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Kori Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kori, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kori’s latest black bear report came on November 17, 2025 at Koori 大字北半田, where 1 black bear was seen. Other recent checks keep turning up bears in Koori 大字万正寺, Koori 大字成田, and Koori 大字平沢, showing that the bears are still moving through the town’s settled edges.
Most of the activity has centered on Koori 大字万正寺 and Koori 大字北半田, with additional reports from Koori 字芝堤 and Koori Town, Fukushima. The pace has been strongest in November 2025 with 5 reports, followed by October 2025 with 3 and September 2025 with 2, and Kori has recorded 38 black bear sightings overall.
Kori Bear Incident Map
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感謝農園平井で600個も柿を食べられるなんて、電柵があってもそんなに効かないもんなのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kori
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kori?
Kori has 38 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 Kori?
The most recent bear sighting in Kori was on November 17, 2025 in Koori 大字北半田, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kori?
Recent bear sightings in Kori have been concentrated in Koori 字芝堤 (12), Koori 大字万正寺 (9), Koori 大字北半田 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kori?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kori?
Kori 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.