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Nakayama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nakayama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Higashimurayama Nakayama Town saw 1 black bear reported at Nakayama 大字小塩 as recently as July 5 at 7:00 PM, part of a cluster of sightings that day. The town has a recorded total of 5 sightings and 4 of those occurred in July 2025.
Activity has been concentrated around Nakayama 大字小塩, Nakayama あおば, and Nakayama 大字長崎, with reports on July 5 at 6:30 AM, 4:45 PM, and 5:20 AM respectively. The earlier record from June 29, 2022 at Nakayama 大字柳沢 is the only sighting outside July 2025 in the data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nakayama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nakayama?
Nakayama has 5 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 Nakayama?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakayama was on July 5, 2025 in Nakayama 大字小塩, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nakayama?
Recent bear sightings in Nakayama have been concentrated in Nakayama 大字小塩 (2), Nakayama あおば (1), Nakayama 大字長崎 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakayama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Nakayama?
Nakayama 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.