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Nishikawa Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Nishikawa
Nishikawa had a Black Bear report in Nishikawa 大字原 on July 31, 2026. There were 5 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Nishikawa 大字入間, Nishikawa 大字原, and Nishikawa 大字吉川. The area has 189 recorded incidents in total.
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吉川に12月だけで3件も集中してるのか、同じ個体が何度も出てるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nishikawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nishikawa?
Nishikawa has recorded 189 bear incidents in total, with 5 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 Nishikawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Nishikawa was on July 31, 2026 in Nishikawa 大字原, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nishikawa?
Recent bear sightings in Nishikawa have been concentrated in Nishikawa 大字原 (25), Nishikawa 大字吉川 (25), Nishikawa 大字沼山 (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nishikawa?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 5 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nishikawa?
Nishikawa 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.