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Nagakubo-shuku Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nagakubo-shuku, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nagakubo-shuku’s most recent black bear report came on April 21, 2026 in Ueda Tsuiji, where 1 bear of unknown size was seen. Earlier that month, sightings also came from Ueda Hirai on December 30, 2025 with a juvenile, and from Ueda Shiokawa on December 2, 2025 with a cub, showing that this area is still seeing bears close to settled places.
The busiest activity has been around Ueda, with repeated reports from Ueda Hirai, Ueda Kamitakeshi, Ueda Shiokawa, and Ueda Yoshida, while nearby Saku Yomogida, Suwa, Nagawa, and Komoro City have also had sightings. Reports peaked in December 2025 with 8 incidents and June 2025 with 8, followed by November 2025 and October 2025 with 7 each, and Nagakubo-shuku has recorded 46 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nagakubo-shuku
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nagakubo-shuku?
Nagakubo-shuku has recorded 46 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Nagakubo-shuku?
The most recent bear sighting in Nagakubo-shuku was on April 20, 2026 in Ueda Tsuiji, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nagakubo-shuku?
Recent bear sightings in Nagakubo-shuku have been concentrated in Komoro Shigenoko (6), Nagawa (4), Komoro Akasaka 1-chome (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nagakubo-shuku?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nagakubo-shuku?
Nagakubo-shuku 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.