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Senjōjiki Cirque Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Senjōjiki Cirque, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Senjōjiki Cirque saw its latest black bear report in Kiso on May 7, 2026, when 1 bear of unknown size was spotted there. Just before that, Kiso had another sighting on April 23, 2026, this time involving 1 juvenile, and the nearby mountain towns of Iijima, Komagane Akaho, and Komagane have also been part of the recent run of activity.
The strongest activity across this area has clustered in Kiso, Komagane, Agematsu, and Ina, with reports stretching through late 2025 into spring 2026. By month, the pattern rose to 35 incidents in June 2025 and 27 in July 2025, then stayed active through November 2025 with 13 and October 2025 with 11 before easing to 7 in December 2025 and 3 in April 2026. Across Senjōjiki Cirque, the record stands at 244 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Senjōjiki Cirque
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Senjōjiki Cirque?
Senjōjiki Cirque has recorded 244 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Senjōjiki Cirque?
The most recent bear sighting in Senjōjiki Cirque 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 Senjōjiki Cirque?
Recent bear sightings in Senjōjiki Cirque have been concentrated in Agematsu 駅前通り二丁目 (21), Kiso (15), Ookuwa (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Senjōjiki Cirque?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Senjōjiki Cirque?
Senjōjiki Cirque 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.