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Nikko Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Nikko
Nikko had a Black Bear report in Nikkō 鬼怒川温泉滝 on June 12, 2026. There were 14 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Nikkō 所野, Nikkō 清滝安良沢町, and Nikkō 鬼怒川温泉滝. The area has 313 recorded incidents in total.
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5/3 17:50ころ、いろは坂下旧料金所付近で子熊１頭が国道を横断するのを目撃し、110番通報しましたが、今のところ、この情報はどこにも反映されていないようてすね。警察はこの情報をどこにも提供しないのでしょうか。付近の方はお気を付けください。
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ご指摘ありがとうございます。実際には掲載中の出没情報約13万件のうち、自治体の公式発表が約125,000件（96%）、報道機関のニュースが約4,900件、ユーザー投稿は370件（0.3%）のみです。投稿は自動公開されず、座標が日本国内か、ジオコーディングで自治体名と一致するか、近隣の出没との整合性、IPの過去履歴などを1件ずつ確認したうえで公開しています。
地図にもう少し地名が欲しい
284件は相当な数だけど、日光は観光地だから人目につきやすいのかもな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nikko
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nikko?
Nikko has recorded 313 bear incidents in total, with 14 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Nikko?
The most recent bear sighting in Nikko was on June 11, 2026 in Nikkō 鬼怒川温泉滝, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nikko?
Recent bear sightings in Nikko have been concentrated in Nikkō (29), Nikkō 宝殿 (13), Nikkō 所野 (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nikko?
Activity is elevated. 6 of the 14 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Nikko?
Nikko 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.