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Otsuki Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Otsuki
Otsuki had a Black Bear report in Otsuki Nanahomachi-Asakawa on June 2, 2026. There were 9 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 Otsuki, Otsuki Hatsukarimachi-Nakahatsukari, and Otsuki Hatsukarimachi-Shimohatsukari. The area has 114 recorded incidents in total.
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桂台での11月中の連続目撃が目立つけど、107件の報告数の割には最近の情報が詳細不足なのが気になる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Otsuki
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Otsuki?
Otsuki has recorded 114 bear incidents in total, with 9 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 Otsuki?
The most recent bear sighting in Otsuki was on June 1, 2026 in Otsuki, Yamanashi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Otsuki?
Recent bear sightings in Otsuki have been concentrated in Otsuki Nanahomachi-Kazuno (9), Otsuki Nanahomachi-Hayashi (7), Otsuki Tomihamamachi-Miyatani (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Otsuki?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 9 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Otsuki?
Otsuki 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.