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Tonami Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tonami, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tonami’s most recent alarm came on April 20 at 22:00 in Shinmata, where an AI camera on the mountainside picked up an adult black bear, and another bear was detected the same night at 20:34 in Shioasa. Those back to back detections show bears still moving along the wooded edge of town, close enough to be picked up by monitoring cameras.
The most active spots in Tonami have been Shogawamachi Yuyama, Shogawamachi Aoshima, Kamawada, Miyamorishin, and Ikehara, where sightings, scat, and feeding signs have all been recorded. Activity has been heaviest in November 2025, when 40 incidents were logged, with October 2025 at 18, while the city has recorded 289 black bear sightings overall.
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Seven incidents in just eleven days, mostly in the same few neighborhoods around Shōgawa-cho.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tonami
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tonami?
Tonami has recorded 289 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Tonami?
The most recent bear sighting in Tonami was on April 20, 2026 in Tonami 新又, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tonami?
Recent bear sightings in Tonami have been concentrated in Tonami 庄川町庄 (11), Tonami 福山 (10), Tonami 庄川町三谷 (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tonami?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Tonami?
Tonami 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.