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Narai-juku Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Narai-juku, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Narai-juku is tracking a black bear sighting from May 7, 2026 in Kiso, where 1 bear of unknown size was reported. Earlier in the same stretch, Kiso also had a juvenile bear on April 23, 2026, and Shiojiri saw an adult bear on May 2, 2026 and another adult at Shiojiri Seba on April 24, 2026.
The most active areas in this record are Kiso, Shiojiri, Minowa, and Tatsuno, with winter and spring reports still reaching the trailhead. The pattern has been busiest in June 2025 with 50 incidents and July 2025 with 35, then again in November 2025 with 24 and September 2025 with 19, while Narai-juku has seen 267 black bear sightings overall.
Narai-juku Bear Incident Map
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Inaba Shrine → Kaichi School
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Nishi Ward, Nagoya → Odawara
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Narai-juku
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Narai-juku?
Narai-juku has recorded 267 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Narai-juku?
The most recent bear sighting in Narai-juku was on May 6, 2026 in Kiso, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Narai-juku?
Recent bear sightings in Narai-juku have been concentrated in Kiso (21), Shiojiri (12), Shiojiri Soga (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Narai-juku?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 5 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Narai-juku?
Narai-juku 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.