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Suwa taisha Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Suwa taisha, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Suwa taisha is seeing a fresh bear presence nearby: on May 4, 2026 at Chino Kohigashi, a single black bear about 1.10 m long appeared at a residence with a vegetable stand in the highland known as Hoshifuru sato in Hara Village, Nagano, and it was captured with a trap. The most recent reports also place bears in Shiojiri Soga and Shiojiri Kaminishijo, showing that these movements are still close to homes and roads.
The most active places in this stretch have been Shiojiri, Chino, and Tatsuno, with reports clustering around Shiojiri Soga and Shiojiri Kaminishijo in particular. Activity has been strongest in November 2025 with 36 incidents, then July 2025 with 24, June 2025 with 22, and December 2025 with 20, while the broader record for this area stands at 178 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Suwa taisha
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Suwa taisha?
Suwa taisha has recorded 178 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Suwa taisha?
The most recent bear sighting in Suwa taisha was on May 4, 2026 in Chino Kohigashi, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Suwa taisha?
Recent bear sightings in Suwa taisha have been concentrated in Shiojiri (18), Shiojiri Soga (8), Shiojiri 桔梗ヶ原 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Suwa taisha?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Suwa taisha?
Suwa taisha 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.