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Noto Peninsula Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Noto Peninsula, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Noto Peninsula saw a black bear on December 5, 2025 at 11:30 in Nanao Tadatsumachi, when a driver on the R249 bypass from Naotsu IC toward Wakura IC watched it enter the mountains about 50 meters ahead, toward the Wakura Golf course. That is the kind of close roadside encounter that has been showing up around here.
The busiest stretches have been around Nanao, Anamizu, and Shika, with recent reports clustering near the Osaka Mountain Tunnel, Notojima Kodamachi, Takeda, and other road edges and mountain access points. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 5 reports, then October 2025 brought 2, while December 2025 has already added 1; across the whole area, 51 black bear sightings have been recorded.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Noto Peninsula
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Noto Peninsula?
Noto Peninsula has 51 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Noto Peninsula?
The most recent bear sighting in Noto Peninsula was on December 5, 2025 in Nanao Tadatsumachi, Ishikawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Noto Peninsula?
Recent bear sightings in Noto Peninsula have been concentrated in Nanao (10), Nanao Unoramachi (4), Anamizu (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Noto Peninsula?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Noto Peninsula?
Noto Peninsula 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.