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Matsudai Family Ski Resort Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Matsudai Family Ski Resort
Matsudai Family Ski Resort saw a black bear alert on May 17, 2026 at 06:15 near Abusaka Tunnel in Tarusawa, Tokamachi City, where a bear about 1 m long was seen moving from the cliff side toward the mountain side. That latest report fits a busy run of sightings in Tokamachi, including bear cubs crossing roads in Matsunoyama and tracks found near Route 117 in Nakajo.
The heaviest activity in this area has been centered in Tokamachi, with additional reports from Sakae Toyosakae, Joetsu, and Kashiwazaki. The monthly record shows the surge came in November 2025 with 134 incidents, followed by October 2025 with 96, while December 2025 still stayed high at 46 and April 2026 added 17 more; altogether, this area has logged 1,278 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Matsudai Family Ski Resort
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Matsudai Family Ski Resort?
Matsudai Family Ski Resort has recorded 1,278 bear incidents in total, with 17 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 Matsudai Family Ski Resort?
The most recent bear sighting in Matsudai Family Ski Resort was on May 16, 2026 in Tokamachi, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Matsudai Family Ski Resort?
Recent bear sightings in Matsudai Family Ski Resort have been concentrated in Tokamachi (23), Kashiwazaki 大字大沢 (7), Sakae Toyosakae (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Matsudai Family Ski Resort?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 17 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Matsudai Family Ski Resort?
Matsudai Family Ski Resort 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.