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Lake Suwa Museum Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Lake Suwa Museum
Lake Suwa Museum had a Black Bear report in Matsumoto Iriyamabe on June 24, 2026. There were 33 incidents in the past 30 days, including 5 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Tatsuno 大字上島, Okaya Kawagishi, and Shiojiri Daimon. The area has 197 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Lake Suwa Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Lake Suwa Museum?
Lake Suwa Museum has recorded 197 bear incidents in total, with 33 reported in the last 30 days and 5 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 Suwa Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Lake Suwa Museum was on June 21, 2026 in Shiojiri, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Lake Suwa Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Lake Suwa Museum have been concentrated in Shiojiri (10), Shiojiri Soga (7), Tatsuno 大字上島 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Lake Suwa Museum?
Activity has slowed. 5 incidents in the last 7 days, 33 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Lake Suwa Museum?
Lake Suwa Museum 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.