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Nagato Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Nagato
Nagato had a Black Bear report in Nagato Misumikami on July 25, 2026. The only incident in the past 30 days was reported within the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are centered on Nagato Misumikami. The area has 54 recorded incidents in total.
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Nagato Bear Incident Map
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Tawarayama alone has shown up four times in the last two months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nagato
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nagato?
Nagato has recorded 54 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Nagato?
The most recent bear sighting in Nagato was on July 25, 2026 in Nagato Misumikami, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nagato?
Recent bear sightings in Nagato have been concentrated in Nagato Tawarayama (9), Nagato Higashifukawa (7), Nagato Misumikami (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nagato?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Nagato?
Nagato 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.