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Oguni Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Oguni
Oguni had a Black Bear report in Oguni Numazawa on May 31, 2026. There were 4 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 Oguni Kanomizu, Oguni Aramata, and Oguni Numazawa. The area has 378 recorded incidents in total.
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Four reports in three days around mid-November, then the poultry house incident. Is there something that triggered the spike, or does Oguni regularly cycle through these kinds of clusters?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Oguni
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Oguni?
Oguni has recorded 378 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Oguni?
The most recent bear sighting in Oguni was on May 28, 2026 in Oguni Kanomizu, Yamagata, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Oguni?
Recent bear sightings in Oguni have been concentrated in Oguni Kanomizu (9), Oguni Machibara (9), Oguni Tsunagi-hakonoguchi (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Oguni?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Oguni?
Oguni 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.