Cities & Towns · Fukui
Fukui Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Fukui, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Fukui saw its latest black bear report at 5:20 on April 30, 2026 in Kaminakacho, and that comes right after another sighting in Wakasugicho at 9:20 on April 29, when a cub was seen in Kamo gawara 2 chome in Fukui City. Just before that, bears were also reported in Sakashitacho at 7:40 on April 29 and in Hananotanicho at 8:00 on April 26, so the recent activity has been close and steady around the city.
The busiest stretches have been around Fukui City neighborhoods such as Goyucho, Matsukagecho, Nagocho, Green Heights 2 chome, and Mendoricho, with the heaviest monthly wave landing in October 2025 and November 2025, when sightings climbed to 18 and 16. This area has recorded 674 black bear sightings overall, and the reports keep tracing a pattern of activity that reaches into winter and early spring.
Fukui Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Places in Fukui
Comments (1)
1月から2月にかけて毎週のように出ててるのか、667件って相当な数だな。
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Fukui
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Fukui?
Fukui has recorded 674 bear incidents in total, with 6 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 Fukui?
The most recent bear sighting in Fukui was on April 29, 2026 in Fukui Kaminakacho, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Fukui?
Recent bear sightings in Fukui have been concentrated in Fukui Nonamicho (6), Fukui Shimaderacho (5), Fukui Jokyojicho (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Fukui?
Activity is elevated. 4 of the 6 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Fukui?
Fukui 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.