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Chichibu Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Chichibu
Chichibu had a Black Bear report in Chichibu on June 15, 2026. There were 37 incidents in the past 30 days, including 14 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Chichibu, Chichibu Otaki, and Chichibu Mitsumine. The area has 356 recorded incidents in total.
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三峯神社周辺で1月と3月に立て続けて目撃されてるのか、同じ個体が居着いてるんじゃないだろうか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Chichibu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Chichibu?
Chichibu has recorded 356 bear incidents in total, with 37 reported in the last 30 days and 14 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 Chichibu?
The most recent bear sighting in Chichibu was on June 15, 2026 in Chichibu, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Chichibu?
Recent bear sightings in Chichibu have been concentrated in Chichibu Mitsumine (8), Chichibu Otaki (8), Chichibu Arakawa-Kamitano (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Chichibu?
Activity is elevated. 14 of the 37 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Chichibu?
Chichibu 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.