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Itoigawa Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Itoigawa
Itoigawa had a Black Bear report in Itoigawa on July 30, 2026. There were 17 incidents in the past 30 days, including 5 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports include Itoigawa and Itoigawa 中央. The area has 710 recorded incidents in total.
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12月中旬から1月にかけて上刈地区に集中してるのが気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Itoigawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Itoigawa?
Itoigawa has recorded 710 bear incidents in total, with 17 reported in the last 30 days and 5 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 Itoigawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Itoigawa was on July 29, 2026 in Itoigawa, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Itoigawa?
Recent bear sightings in Itoigawa have been concentrated in Itoigawa 大字寺地 (9), Itoigawa 上刈一丁目 (7), Itoigawa 大字上刈 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Itoigawa?
Activity has slowed. 5 incidents in the last 7 days, 17 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Itoigawa?
Itoigawa 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.