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Seiro Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Seiro, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Seiro saw its most recent bear trouble on October 31, 2025 at Niigata Transys, where what first looked like animal dung on the company premises was confirmed to be bear scat. That same day, a mother bear and cub moved east along the road in front of a house in Seiro, showing that bears were still moving through settled ground in plain daylight.
The busiest stretch has been around Seiro itself, with activity in October 2025 and scattered reports back through October 2020 and November 2020, while May 2021 also brought a pair of bears near the settlement edge. Across this area, the record stands at 11 black bear sightings, and the recent cluster around 位守町, 大字三賀, and the company and residential edges shows where the bears have been turning up most often.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Seiro
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Seiro?
Seiro has 11 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 Seiro?
The most recent bear sighting in Seiro was on October 31, 2025 in Seiro, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Seiro?
Recent bear sightings in Seiro have been concentrated in Seiro 位守町 (2), Seiro 大字三賀 (2), Albirex Niigata Clubhouse, Niigata City (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Seiro?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Seiro?
Seiro 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.