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Tatsuno Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tatsuno, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tatsuno’s latest black bear report came on March 9, 2026, when 1 bear was seen in Ono, and the previous fall also brought a close call on November 2, 2025 in Tatsuno Town, where a bear was spotted near a school and houses and police warned residents to be cautious. Another sighting in Ono on November 15, 2025 involved a juvenile bear, keeping attention on the town’s settled edges.
The busiest areas have been Ono and Onochiku, with Onochiku even turning up as a mother and cub on October 7, 2025, while Kamishima, Yokokawa, and Mukaibukuro have also had recent reports. Activity has been heaviest in June 2025 with 9 incidents and in July 2025 and August 2024 with 6 each, and Tatsuno has recorded 40 black bear sightings overall.
Tatsuno Bear Incident Map
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9月だけで4件も出てるけど、同じ個体なのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tatsuno
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tatsuno?
Tatsuno has 40 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Tatsuno?
The most recent bear sighting in Tatsuno was on March 8, 2026 in Tatsuno 大字小野, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tatsuno?
Recent bear sightings in Tatsuno have been concentrated in Tatsuno 大字小野 (11), Tatsuno 大字上島 (5), Tatsuno 中央 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tatsuno?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tatsuno?
Tatsuno is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.