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Takamori Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Takamori, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Takamori's most recent black bear report came on January 10, 2026, in Ushimaki, where 1 bear of unknown size was seen. The last stretch of reports before that also stayed active in Izuhara, 越田, 新田, Oshimasan, and Tsukiyodaira, showing that this area is still seeing bears in several parts of town.
Across Takamori, the busiest ground has been Tsukiyodaira, Oshimasan, and Izuhara, with repeated sightings there, while activity also turned up in Ushimaki, 新田, and 越田. Bears have been most active in October, which had 7 reports, with another rise in July at 6, and Takamori has logged 22 black bear sightings overall.
Takamori Bear Incident Map
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Tsukiyodaira alone has five reports since late September. Is activity like this normal for that area, or is this an unusual stretch?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Takamori
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Takamori?
Takamori has 22 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 Takamori?
The most recent bear sighting in Takamori was on January 10, 2026 in Takamori Ushimaki, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Takamori?
Recent bear sightings in Takamori have been concentrated in Takamori Yamabuki (7), Takamori Izuhara (4), Takamori Tsukiyodaira (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Takamori?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Takamori?
Takamori 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.