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Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park
Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park is looking at a fresh bear report from Hanno Aoki on May 18, 2026, where police said a black bear about 70 centimeters long was seen. Just one day earlier in the same Hanno Aoki area, a woman photographed a bear about 1 meter long on her property, showing that the latest activity is still centered close to homes.
The most active ground has been around Hanno, with more reports also coming from Ome Kabemachi and Hamura Hane kami. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 15 incidents, then November 2025 with 5, while April 2026 brought 2 reports and March 2026 brought 3; across this record, the area has logged 51 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park?
Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park has recorded 51 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park was on May 17, 2026 in Hanno 大字青木, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park?
Recent bear sightings in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park have been concentrated in Hanno (5), Ōme Tomodamachi (5), Hanno 大字青木 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park?
Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park 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.