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Takahama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Takahama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Takahama’s most recent black bear report came on April 27, 2026 at Takahama Tanoura, where 1 black bear was seen. Another sighting followed on April 8, 2026 at Takahama Yamanaka, also involving 1 black bear, showing that bears are still moving through the area in spring.
Activity has been heaviest around Takahama Otomi, Takahama Nakayama, Takahama Hiki, and Takahama Kamakura, with more reports also coming from Takahama Miyao, Takahama Hibiki, and Takahama Uwase. The pace has been strongest in May 2025, when the area recorded 22 incidents, and it stayed busy again in April 2025 with 13 incidents, while Takahama has logged 413 black bear sightings overall.
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音海区と日置周辺への出没が集中してるのか、それとも報告体制の差なのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Takahama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Takahama?
Takahama has recorded 413 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Takahama?
The most recent bear sighting in Takahama was on April 27, 2026 in Takahama Tanoura, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Takahama?
Recent bear sightings in Takahama have been concentrated in Takahama Yamanaka (18), Takahama Yokotsumi (17), Takahama Kamakura (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Takahama?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 2 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Takahama?
Takahama 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.