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Yurihonjo Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yurihonjo, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yurihonjo saw its most recent black bear report on April 30, 2026 in Matsumoto, where one bear about 1.0 m long was seen about 40 m from houses. That kind of close approach fits the recent pattern, with other sightings in Kubota, Yakushido, Karigawa, Kawaguchi, Yamada, Bontenyachi, and Taki, including bears near homes, along the river, and even by the university.
The area has logged 1,024 black bear sightings overall, and the activity has been heaviest in October 2025 and November 2025, when reports surged to 241 and 177. Sightings have kept coming into 2026, with March at 6 reports, February at 1, and January at 7, showing that bears are still moving through the settled edges of Yurihonjo.
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3月だけで同じ場所に4件も報告されてるから、相当な頻度で出没してるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yurihonjo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yurihonjo?
Yurihonjo has recorded 1,024 bear incidents in total, with 21 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Yurihonjo?
The most recent bear sighting in Yurihonjo was on April 30, 2026 in Yurihonjō 松本, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yurihonjo?
Recent bear sightings in Yurihonjo have been concentrated in Yurihonjō (39), Yurihonjō 岩城道川 (5), Yurihonjō Ishiwaki (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yurihonjo?
Activity has slowed. 4 incidents in the last 7 days, 21 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Yurihonjo?
Yurihonjo 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.