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Yurihonjo Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Yurihonjo
Yurihonjo had a Black Bear report in Yurihonjō 岩城君ヶ野 on June 13, 2026. There were 157 incidents in the past 30 days, including 38 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Yurihonjō, Yurihonjō 西目町海士剥, and Yurihonjō Ishiwaki. The area has 1,215 recorded incidents in total.
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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 1,215 bear incidents in total, with 157 reported in the last 30 days and 38 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 June 13, 2026 in Yurihonjō 岩城君ヶ野, 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 (28), Yurihonjō 西目町海士剥 (10), Yurihonjō Ishiwaki (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yurihonjo?
Activity has slowed. 38 incidents in the last 7 days, 157 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.