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Gunma Prefectural Government Building Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gunma Prefectural Government Building, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Shibukawa in Ikaho Town, on May 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., a black bear was seen, making it the most recent report in this area. Just hours earlier, at Maebashi in Ishikura Town, another black bear was reported on May 11, 2026 at 2:07 p.m., which shows the sightings are still coming in close to the city edge.
The heaviest activity has been around Maebashi, especially Ishikura Town and Kasukawa Town Murozawa, with additional reports in Shibukawa and Takasaki. The pattern has been strongest in November 2025 with 23 reports and October 2025 with 20, while this area has recorded 143 black bear sightings in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gunma Prefectural Government Building
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gunma Prefectural Government Building?
Gunma Prefectural Government Building has recorded 143 bear incidents in total, with 8 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Gunma Prefectural Government Building?
The most recent bear sighting in Gunma Prefectural Government Building was on May 11, 2026 in Shibukawa 伊香保町伊香保, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Gunma Prefectural Government Building?
Recent bear sightings in Gunma Prefectural Government Building have been concentrated in Shibukawa 伊香保町伊香保 (7), Shibukawa 伊香保町水沢 (5), Maebashi 石倉町 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gunma Prefectural Government Building?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 8 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Gunma Prefectural Government Building?
Gunma Prefectural Government Building 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.