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Anegawa River Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Anegawa River, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Anegawa River has been seeing a black bear near Takashima Shin Asahicho Kumanomoto on April 21, 2026 at 16:50, when one bear was reported near the baseball field. Another recent sighting came from Nagahama Kinomotocho Hannoura on April 13, 2026 at 16:30, along the return route from Oku Biwako Parkway.
The busiest ground has been around Nagahama, especially Takatsuki cho Shigenori and nearby roads along the west bank of the Yogo River, with repeated reports through December 2025. Activity also reached Iwakuma in Nishi Azai, and the monthly totals show the sharpest stretch in November 2025 and December 2025, with 7 sightings in each month; across the area, there have been 25 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Anegawa River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Anegawa River?
Anegawa River has recorded 25 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Anegawa River?
The most recent bear sighting in Anegawa River was on April 21, 2026 in Takashima Shin-Asahicho-Kumanomoto, Shiga, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Anegawa River?
Recent bear sightings in Anegawa River have been concentrated in Takashima (4), Takashima Shin-Asahicho-Kumanomoto (3), Shigenori, Takatsuki-cho, Nagahama (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Anegawa River?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Anegawa River?
Anegawa 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.