Tourism Spots · Fukushima
Agano River Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Agano River
Agano River had a Black Bear report in Nasushiobara on August 6, 2026. There were 16 incidents in the past 30 days, including 3 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Nasushiobara, Minamiaizu Anabara, and Nasushiobara 中塩原. The area has 216 recorded incidents in total.
Agano River Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Nearby Areas
Comments (0)
No comments yet.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Agano River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Agano River?
Agano River has recorded 216 bear incidents in total, with 16 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Agano River?
The most recent bear sighting in Agano River was on August 5, 2026 in Nasushiobara, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Agano River?
Recent bear sightings in Agano River have been concentrated in Minamiaizu (15), Minamiaizu Takinohara (12), Nasushiobara (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Agano River?
Activity has slowed. 3 incidents in the last 7 days, 16 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Agano River?
Agano River 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.