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Yuzawa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yuzawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yuzawa saw its latest black bear encounter on April 28, 2026 at Yuzawa Kandatsu, when one bear was spotted while driving on National Route 17 near the Tohoku Electric Kandatsu Substation. Earlier this month, another bear was seen in Yuzawa Mitsumata on April 25, 2026 along National Route 17, and a bear was also reported near an irrigation channel in Yuzawa Kandatsu on April 20, 2026.
The busiest parts of Yuzawa have been Kandatsu, Tsuchidaru, and the Yuzawa 2 chome area, where bears or signs of bears have turned up near roads, fields, parking lots, and park edges. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 129 incidents, stayed high in November 2025 with 69, and the area has recorded 740 black bear sightings overall.
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11月20日だけで4件も出てるって、昼間の目撃が多いんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yuzawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yuzawa?
Yuzawa has recorded 740 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Yuzawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Yuzawa was on April 27, 2026 in Yuzawa Kandatsu, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yuzawa?
Recent bear sightings in Yuzawa have been concentrated in Yuzawa Tsuchidaru (32), Yuzawa Yuzawa 2-chome (18), Yuzawa Yuzawa 5-chome (18). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yuzawa?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Yuzawa?
Yuzawa 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.