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Daisen Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Daisen, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Daisen has just seen a bear about 1.5 m long cross National Route 105 toward Omagari on April 29, 2026 at 10:39, then head into the mountains to the southeast. On the same day, bears were also reported near Tochiya, Iida, and along the highway toward Akita City, including one that milled around the left embankment and another that ran near a baseball field from a bus.
Most of the activity is clustering around roads, riverbanks, fields, and the edges of homes in Daisen, especially in Tochiya, Iida, and along Route 105 and the expressway corridor. The pace has been heaviest in October 2025 with 579 sightings and November 2025 with 245, while winter eased to 24 in December 2025, 11 in January 2026, and 3 in February 2026; Daisen has recorded 1,824 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Daisen
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Daisen?
Daisen has recorded 1,824 bear incidents in total, with 51 reported in the last 30 days and 15 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 Daisen?
The most recent bear sighting in Daisen was on April 29, 2026 in Daisen Tomaki, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Daisen?
Recent bear sightings in Daisen have been concentrated in Daisen Nangai (6), Daisen Tochiya (5), Daisen Kitanome (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Daisen?
Activity has slowed. 15 incidents in the last 7 days, 51 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Daisen?
Daisen 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.