Toyama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Toyama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Toyama saw its most serious recent incident on April 29, 2026, when a woman in her 40s was attacked by a black bear in a residential area of Mori, Toyama City, and the same bear was later found and removed during an emergency operation on April 30, 2026. Another report in Toyama City on April 30, 2026 says a bear was taken after the attack, with the animal described as a male about 150 cm long and roughly 110 kg.
The pressure is not limited to the city center, with fresh reports also coming from Oyabe, Kamiichi, and Nanto on April 30, 2026, including a cub, road crossings, and bear tracks. Activity in this area has been especially heavy in October 2025 with 913 incidents and November 2025 with 679, and the broader record now stands at 9,203 black bear sightings in Toyama.
Toyama Bear Incident Map
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Toyama Monthly Bear Activity Trend
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Toyama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Toyama?
Toyama has recorded 9,203 bear incidents in total, with 39 reported in the last 30 days and 25 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 Toyama?
The most recent bear sighting in Toyama was on April 30, 2026 in Toyama, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Toyama?
Recent bear sightings in Toyama have been concentrated in Uozu 貝田新 (4), Toyama Fuchumachi-Aramachimuranishi (4), Tateyama 千垣 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Toyama?
Activity is elevated. 25 of the 39 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Toyama?
Toyama 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.