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Sakai Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sakai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sakai's most recent black bear report came on February 2, 2026 at 16:00 in Sakai Mikunicho Komegawaki, where 1 black bear was seen. That follows another sighting on January 8, 2026 at 08:00 in Sakai Mikunicho Ikegami, showing that bear activity is still reaching the city edge into the new year.
The busiest spots have been around Sakai Mikunicho Undokoen 1 chome, Sakai Mikunicho Kado, Sakai Mikunicho Aobadai, and the Mikuni Sports Park area, with reports also coming from Kamikumeda and Mikuni. Activity has peaked in November 2025 with 8 sightings and stayed active in October 2025 with 4, while Sakai has recorded 118 black bear sightings overall.
Sakai Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sakai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sakai?
Sakai has 118 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 Sakai?
The most recent bear sighting in Sakai was on February 2, 2026 in Sakai Mikunicho-Komegawaki, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sakai?
Recent bear sightings in Sakai have been concentrated in Sakai 丸岡町山竹田 (11), Sakai 丸岡町上竹田 (10), Sakai 丸岡町金元 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sakai?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Sakai?
Sakai 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.