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Kurobe Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kurobe, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kurobe saw its most recent black bear report on February 21, 2026 at 19:50 in Kurobe 宇奈月町音澤, where one adult bear was sighted and witnessed. Before that, Unazuki Onsen was the center of action on January 19 and January 20, when multiple sightings led to a search and a box trap catch of a female cub about 73 centimeters long.
The busiest ground has been around Unazuki Onsen, Unazuki Station, and nearby Kurobe 宇奈月町栗虫, with winter reports still coming in after the heavy run in October 2025 and November 2025. This area has recorded 482 black bear sightings overall, and the pace rose sharply in October 2025 with 52 reports and in November 2025 with 31 reports, while January 2026 still brought 6 and February 2026 brought 2.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kurobe
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kurobe?
Kurobe has 482 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 Kurobe?
The most recent bear sighting in Kurobe was on February 21, 2026 in Kurobe 宇奈月町音澤, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kurobe?
Recent bear sightings in Kurobe have been concentrated in Kurobe 宇奈月町音澤 (16), Kurobe 宇奈月町明日 (12), Kurobe 宇奈月町中谷 (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kurobe?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kurobe?
Kurobe 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.