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Kinu-gawa River Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kinu-gawa River
Kinu-gawa River had a Black Bear report in Nikkō on June 14, 2026. There were 2 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are centered on Nikkō. The area has 127 recorded incidents in total.
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Kinu-gawa River Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kinu-gawa River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kinu-gawa River?
Kinu-gawa River has recorded 127 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 Kinu-gawa River?
The most recent bear sighting in Kinu-gawa River was on May 29, 2026 in Nikkō, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kinu-gawa River?
Recent bear sightings in Kinu-gawa River have been concentrated in Nikkō (75), Nikkō 湯元 (8), Katashina Tokura (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kinu-gawa River?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kinu-gawa River?
Kinu-gawa 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.