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No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge, the latest black bear report came on May 2, 2026, when a bear about 1 meter long was seen beside a prefectural road in Higashiyama, Aga Town, about 160 meters from a residence. It was the most recent reminder that bears are still moving along the roads and valley edges here.
The busiest areas in this stretch have been Yanaizu, Mishima Town, and Aga Town, with repeated sightings around roadside brush, fields, and small sheds. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 92 reports and again in November 2025 with 57, then eased through winter before rising again in March 2026 with 24 and April 2026 with 5. This area has recorded 418 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge
How many bear incidents have been recorded in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge?
No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge has recorded 418 bear incidents in total, with 6 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 No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge?
The most recent bear sighting in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge was on April 17, 2026 in Yanaizu Godo, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge?
Recent bear sightings in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge have been concentrated in Yanaizu Town (6), Nishiaizu Nozawa (6), Nishiaizu Onomoto (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge?
No. 3 Tadamigawa Bridge 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.