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Ishikawa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ishikawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ishikawa Ishikawa Town saw 2 bears reported in November, including a sighting on 2025-11-11 in Odaguchi, Mobata, Ishikawa Town where a driver saw one bear walking from a field toward the forest to the west. The area around Ishikawa Bohata also had a bear reported at 19:10 on the same day.
Sightings have been steady this season with 8 total reports for the town, and recent activity is concentrated near Odaguchi, Mobata, Ishikawa Bohata, and Ishikawa Sori. Most recent incidents involved single black bears seen entering or moving toward forested areas rather than interacting with people.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ishikawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ishikawa?
Ishikawa has 8 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 Ishikawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Ishikawa was on November 11, 2025 in Ishikawa Bohata, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ishikawa?
Recent bear sightings in Ishikawa have been concentrated in Ishikawa Sakainouchi (2), Ishikawa Bohata (1), Odaguchi, Mobata, Ishikawa Town (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ishikawa?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ishikawa?
Ishikawa 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.