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Minamiechizen Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Minamiechizen, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Minamiechizen’s latest black bear report came on March 29, 2026 at 甲楽城, where 1 black bear was seen. That follows a stretch of late-season activity, including reports in November 2025 at 長沢, 上温谷, 河野, and 杉谷, plus another sighting in March 2026.
The busiest ground has been around 河野 and the wider Minamiechizen hills, with other recent reports in 南今庄, 二ツ屋, 奥野々, and 板取. Activity peaked in May 2025 and again in June 2025 with 16 incidents each month, then stayed active through July 2025 with 12 and June 2025 with 12 more, and the area has recorded 306 black bear sightings overall.
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Another one in late November.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Minamiechizen
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Minamiechizen?
Minamiechizen has 306 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Minamiechizen?
The most recent bear sighting in Minamiechizen was on March 28, 2026 in Minami-Echizen 甲楽城, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Minamiechizen?
Recent bear sightings in Minamiechizen have been concentrated in Minamiechizen 河野 (28), Minamiechizen 二ツ屋 (7), Minamiechizen 杉谷 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Minamiechizen?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Minamiechizen?
Minamiechizen 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.