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Lake Ogawara Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Lake Ogawara, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Lake Ogawara’s latest black bear report came on May 7, 2026 at around 11:30 AM in Oura-Kubokashira, Tohoku Town, where a single bear cub was sighted. Earlier that same day, another bear was seen near the Kaneya Industrial Park in Rokunohe Town at around 8:00 AM, and the recent run of sightings shows the activity is still close to settled ground and roads.
The busiest areas in this region are Tohoku Town, Shichinohe Town, and Rokkasho Village, with repeated reports around Oura, Sōzen, and Takahoko. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 53 incidents and stayed high in August 2025 with 37, November 2025 with 34, and April 2026 with 28; Lake Ogawara has recorded 440 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Lake Ogawara
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Lake Ogawara?
Lake Ogawara has recorded 440 bear incidents in total, with 36 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Lake Ogawara?
The most recent bear sighting in Lake Ogawara was on May 6, 2026 in Rokunohe, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Lake Ogawara?
Recent bear sightings in Lake Ogawara have been concentrated in Noheji (11), Tohoku (8), Tohoku 上野 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Lake Ogawara?
Activity has slowed. 6 incidents in the last 7 days, 36 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Lake Ogawara?
Lake Ogawara 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.