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Hanno Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hanno, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hanno saw its latest black bear report on April 20, 2026, when a bear-like animal about 1 meter long was spotted around 00:45 under the pedestrian bridge east of Misugidai Elementary School in Misugidai, close to a residential edge. That kind of late night sighting, paired with the recent appearance on the March 31, 2026 riverbank in Aoki, shows the bears are still moving through the built up side of town.
The most active spots have been along the Iruma River in Aoki and Kawadera, around Misugidai, and near the passes and slopes in Shimonaguri and Akazawa. Activity was heaviest in October 2025 with 19 incidents, then stayed active in November 2025 with 6, before easing to March 2026 with 3; Hanno has logged 73 black bear sightings overall.
Hanno Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hanno
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hanno?
Hanno has recorded 73 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Hanno?
The most recent bear sighting in Hanno was on April 19, 2026 in Hanno 大字前ヶ貫, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hanno?
Recent bear sightings in Hanno have been concentrated in Hanno 大字赤沢 (4), Hanno City (3), Asu, Hannō City (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hanno?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hanno?
Hanno 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.