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Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park
Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park had a Black Bear report in Karuizawa on July 8, 2026. There were 31 incidents in the past 30 days, including 7 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Karuizawa, Nanmoku Ohinata, and Karuizawa 大字発地. The area has 232 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park?
Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park has recorded 232 bear incidents in total, with 31 reported in the last 30 days and 7 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 Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park was on July 7, 2026 in Karuizawa, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park have been concentrated in Karuizawa 大字発地 (26), Karuizawa (14), Saku (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park?
Activity has slowed. 7 incidents in the last 7 days, 31 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park?
Myōgi-Arafune-Saku Kōgen Quasi-National Park 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.