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Mikurigaike Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mikurigaike, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mikurigaike has been seeing black bears close to settled ground, and the latest sharp example came on March 5, 2026 at 14:00 in the Arimine district of Toyama City, where a small bear was spotted in brush about 500 m from the community center in Shimosasahara, Yatsuo. Just after that, the prefecture moved toward population control in the Arimine area, following numerous sightings and human injuries.
The heaviest activity has been around Toyama City, Unazuki Onsen in Kurobe City, and the Tateyama and Ōmachi side of the mountains, with winter reports still coming in from January 2026 and March 2026. The busiest stretch was September 2025 with 49 incidents, followed by July 2025 with 46 and August 2025 with 38, while this area has recorded 520 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mikurigaike
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mikurigaike?
Mikurigaike has 520 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Mikurigaike?
The most recent bear sighting in Mikurigaike was on March 5, 2026 in Arimine area, Toyama City, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mikurigaike?
Recent bear sightings in Mikurigaike have been concentrated in Tateyama (56), Tateyama 芦峅寺 (14), Ōmachi (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mikurigaike?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mikurigaike?
Mikurigaike 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.