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Takase River Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Takase River, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Takase River has a fresh black bear report from April 28, 2026: a single bear was sighted around 11:50 AM along Prefectural Route 25 in the Toyohara area of Rokkasho Village. Another recent sighting came in Tohoku Town near the Wakasagi Park Hamadai campsite on April 27, 2026, showing that bears are still moving through the communities around the river corridor.
The most active places in this area are Misawa, Rokkasho, and Tohoku Town, where sightings have kept turning up across town edges, roads, and campsite country. Activity peaks in November 2025 with 15 incidents, stays high in August 2025 with 11 and July 2025 with 12, and this stretch of country has now reached 133 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Takase River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Takase River?
Takase River has recorded 133 bear incidents in total, with 5 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 Takase River?
The most recent bear sighting in Takase River was on April 28, 2026 in Rokkasho Takahoko, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Takase River?
Recent bear sightings in Takase River have been concentrated in Rokkasho (20), Rokkasho Obuchi (10), Rokkasho 尾駮 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Takase River?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 5 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Takase River?
Takase River 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.