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Ono Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ono, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ono’s most recent black bear report came on March 9, 2026 at Ono Shimoyuino, where 1 black bear was seen. Another sighting followed on March 3, 2026 at Ono Nanaita, which shows the area is still active into spring.
The busiest ground has been around Tomoe, Tomokane, Morime, Nakabasami, Kamishita, Tsuchifugo, and Minamishinzaike, with fresh reports spread across those neighborhoods and more activity showing up in the colder months. The pace peaked in October 2025 with 34 incidents and stayed high in November 2025 with 32, and Ono has recorded 424 black bear sightings overall.
Ono Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ono
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ono?
Ono has 424 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 Ono?
The most recent bear sighting in Ono was on March 9, 2026 in Ono Shimoyuino, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ono?
Recent bear sightings in Ono have been concentrated in Ono Kakigashima (9), Ono Hotokebara (8), Ono Shimoyuino (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ono?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ono?
Ono 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.