Cities & Towns · Nagano
Saku Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Saku
Saku had a Black Bear report in Saku Kuwayama on July 10, 2026. There were 3 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Saku, Saku Arakoda, and Saku Kuwayama. The area has 37 recorded incidents in total.
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Saku Bear Incident Map
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9月から12月にかけて毎月のように報告されてるんだけど、親子連れの出没も混じってるから結構な群れが活動してるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Saku
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Saku?
Saku has recorded 37 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 0 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Saku?
The most recent bear sighting in Saku was on July 10, 2026 in Saku Kuwayama, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Saku?
Recent bear sightings in Saku have been concentrated in Saku Yokone (2), Saku Tokiwa (2), Saku Shimohirao (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Saku?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Saku?
Saku 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.