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Yuzawa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yuzawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yuzawa's latest report came on April 24, 2026 at 20:40 in Yuzawa 下関, where a black bear crossed Route 13 in front of a driver heading toward Ogatsu and then moved toward the river. Just two days earlier, on April 22, 2026 at 20:25 in Yuzawa 酒蒔, another bear was seen from a car traveling north to south, and police patrolled afterward but did not find it.
The pressure points keep showing up around settlement edges and travel corridors, especially 寺沢, 下関, 酒蒔, 大工町, and Yokobori, with bears also turning up close to houses and roads. The season was heaviest in October 2025 with 158 reports and November 2025 with 51, and Yuzawa has now recorded 452 black bear sightings overall.
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犬が吠えていた時間帯に限定されるのか、偶然なのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yuzawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yuzawa?
Yuzawa has recorded 452 bear incidents in total, with 5 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 Yuzawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Yuzawa was on April 24, 2026 in Yuzawa 下関, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yuzawa?
Recent bear sightings in Yuzawa have been concentrated in Yuzawa 三梨町 (9), Yuzawa 寺沢 (8), Yuzawa 駒形町 (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yuzawa?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 5 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Yuzawa?
Yuzawa 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.