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Nose Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nose, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nose Kurusu had the most recent black bear report on November 25, 2025 at 02:30, when 1 bear was seen in Nose Town. That followed another sighting in Nose Yamabe on November 22, 2025 at 02:40, so the latest reports are clustering in the town’s settled areas.
Across Nose, black bear activity has reached 21 sightings overall, with the busiest stretch in November 2024 and another strong run in November 2025. Nose Tenno has seen repeated reports, and activity has also shown up in Nose Noma-shutsuno, Nose Shukuno, Nose Hiradori, Nose Shimoda, and Nose Ozato, with sightings appearing in January, February, April, May, June, August, October, and November across the record.
Nose Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nose
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nose?
Nose has 21 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 Nose?
The most recent bear sighting in Nose was on November 24, 2025 in Nose Kurusu, Osaka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nose?
Recent bear sightings in Nose have been concentrated in Nose Shukuno (4), Nose Tenno (2), Nose Noma-shutsuno (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nose?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Nose?
Nose 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.