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Yuzawa Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Yuzawa
Yuzawa had a Black Bear report in Yuzawa on July 20, 2026. There were 16 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Yuzawa, Yuzawa Mitsumata, and Yuzawa Kandatsu. The area has 779 recorded incidents in total.
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6月13日午前７時ころ苗場山登山口から和田小屋まで歩いていたら眼の前を１mほどの丸々した熊が横切りました。毎年タケノコ採りの人達から目撃情報あるルートです。ご注意下さい
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 779 bear incidents in total, with 16 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 Yuzawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Yuzawa was on July 19, 2026 in Yuzawa, 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 (24), Yuzawa Yuzawa 2-chome (16), Yuzawa Yuzawa 5-chome (16). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yuzawa?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 16 in the last 30 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.