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Agematsu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Agematsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Agematsu’s latest black bear report came on December 31, 2025 at 緑町三丁目, where 1 adult bear was seen in town. Earlier in the month, another bear was reported in 大字荻原 on December 13, 2025, and a third was noted in 栄町二丁目 on December 10, 2025, showing that bears are still moving through settled parts of the area.
The busiest stretches have been around June 2025, when activity reached 12 sightings, and July 2024, when it climbed to 15, with a very heavy September 2024 that brought 16 reports. Most of the recent attention has centered on Agematsu itself, including 本町通り二丁目, 大字小川, and the town center, and the area has recorded 82 black bear sightings overall.
Agematsu Bear Incident Map
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10月23日に同じ日に2件報告されてるけど、別の個体なのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Agematsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Agematsu?
Agematsu has 82 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 Agematsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Agematsu was on December 31, 2025 in Agematsu 緑町三丁目, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Agematsu?
Recent bear sightings in Agematsu have been concentrated in Agematsu 駅前通り二丁目 (45), Agematsu 緑町三丁目 (9), Agematsu 正島町一丁目 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Agematsu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Agematsu?
Agematsu 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.