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Arakawa Bridge Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Arakawa Bridge, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Arakawa Bridge has seen its latest sharp warning in Minano Nomaki, where a black bear was reported on May 8, 2026 at 12:00. Nearby, Ogano had a sighting on April 28, 2026 at 17:00 along a national road, and Nagatoro also had a bear report on April 28, 2026 near Kita Sakura Street, showing that the bears are still moving through the roads and tourist edges of this area.
The heaviest pressure has been around Minano, Nagatoro, and Ogano, where reports keep turning up in town centers, riverbanks, and trail approaches. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 63 incidents and stayed high in October 2025 with 61, while December 2025 still brought 29 and April 2026 brought 10; in all, this area has recorded 433 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Arakawa Bridge
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Arakawa Bridge?
Arakawa Bridge has recorded 433 bear incidents in total, with 6 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Arakawa Bridge?
The most recent bear sighting in Arakawa Bridge was on April 28, 2026 in Ogano, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Arakawa Bridge?
Recent bear sightings in Arakawa Bridge have been concentrated in Yokoze (9), Chichibu Kamikagemori (5), Minano Shimotano (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Arakawa Bridge?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Arakawa Bridge?
Arakawa Bridge 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.