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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 alarming incident on April 30, 2026, when an emergency cull in Toyama City killed a male black bear at 12:59 PM after it had injured a woman in her 40s near a residential area in Mori. The bear was described as about 150 cm long and roughly 110 kg, and it had been found only about 200 meters north of where the attack occurred.
The heaviest activity has been concentrated in Toyama City, especially around Mori 2 chome and nearby residential streets, where several reports came in on April 29 and April 30, 2026. Activity across this area has surged in October 2025 with 455 incidents and November 2025 with 287, while the broader record now stands at 3,602 black bear sightings in Toyama.
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八尾町で3月だけで4件も目撃されてるって、同じ個体なのかそれとも複数いるのか気になる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Toyama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Toyama?
Toyama has recorded 3,602 bear incidents in total, with 22 reported in the last 30 days and 15 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 Toyama Shitabayashi (6), Toyama Yatsuomachi-Fukujima (5), Toyama Fuchumachi-Aramachimuranishi (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Toyama?
Activity is elevated. 15 of the 22 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.