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Murayama Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Murayama
Murayama had a Black Bear report in Murayama 大字長善寺 on July 2, 2026. No new incidents have been reported in the past 30 days. Recent activity is quiet, but this area has many past records. The area has 214 recorded incidents in total.
Murayama Bear Incident Map
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11月だけで6件、12月から1月にかけても出てるから、相当な頻度で目撃されてるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Murayama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Murayama?
Murayama has 214 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 Murayama?
The most recent bear sighting in Murayama was on July 1, 2026 in Murayama 大字長善寺, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Murayama?
Recent bear sightings in Murayama have been concentrated in Murayama 大字長善寺 (14), Murayama 大字本飯田 (13), Murayama 大字富並 (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Murayama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Murayama?
Murayama 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.