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Aga Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Aga, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Aga’s most recent black bear report came from Aga 向鹿瀬 on April 19, 2026, when a person walking in the morning saw 1 bear. Just a few days earlier, on April 16, 2026, another bear was sighted on a road in Aga 黒岩 and on the prefectural road near Aga あが野南, which shows bears are still moving along roads close to daily routes.
The busiest months in Aga have been October 2025 with 116 incidents and November 2025 with 71, while December 2025 still saw 13 and January 2026 and February 2026 stayed active with 3 and 2 reports. The most active places in this record include Aga 日野川, Aga 小出, Aga 上ノ山, and Kaminoyama, Aga Town, and the area has logged 983 black bear sightings overall.
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民家の敷地内や空き地ばっかりで、クマが人間の暮らしにずいぶん近い場所まで下りてきてるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aga
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aga?
Aga has recorded 983 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 Aga?
The most recent bear sighting in Aga was on April 19, 2026 in Aga 向鹿瀬, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Aga?
Recent bear sightings in Aga have been concentrated in Aga 向鹿瀬 (11), Aga 黒岩 (10), Aga 上ノ山 (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aga?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Aga?
Aga 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.