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Tsumago-juku Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tsumago-juku, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tsumago-juku saw a black bear on April 2, 2026 in Nagiso Watashima, where 1 adult bear was reported, and that follows another sighting in the same area on March 24, 2026. Just before that, on March 18, 2026, a hiker near Nenoue Pass in Nagiso heard a bear growling and left the area immediately.
The most active places in this stretch are Nagiso, especially Watashima and Ōtsumago, with additional reports in Achi and Nakatsugawa. Activity was heaviest in October 2025 with 39 incidents and November 2025 with 38, then stayed active through December 2025 and January 2026 with 5 incidents each and March 2026 with 4. Across the area, there have been 705 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tsumago-juku
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tsumago-juku?
Tsumago-juku has 705 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 Tsumago-juku?
The most recent bear sighting in Tsumago-juku was on March 4, 2026 in Nagiso Ōtsumago, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tsumago-juku?
Recent bear sightings in Tsumago-juku have been concentrated in Nakatsugawa (16), Nakatsugawa 坂下 (13), Achi (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tsumago-juku?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tsumago-juku?
Tsumago-juku 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.