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Yugawa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yugawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yugawa reported a black bear in 大字堂畑 at 11:00 PM on September 28, 2025, the most recent incident in the area. Earlier that same day, another bear was seen in 大字浜崎 at 6:00 AM, showing how close together these encounters can come in the same part of town.
Most of the activity has centered on 大字浜崎 and 大字佐野目, with additional sightings in 大字熊ノ目 and 大字湊. The busiest month in the record is September 2025 with 3 reports, and Yugawa has logged 12 black bear sightings overall.
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9月だけで3件も続いてるから、今年になって急に活動が活発になった感じだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yugawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yugawa?
Yugawa has 12 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 Yugawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Yugawa was on September 28, 2025 in Yugawa 大字堂畑, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yugawa?
Recent bear sightings in Yugawa have been concentrated in Yugawa 大字浜崎 (4), Yugawa 大字佐野目 (3), Yugawa 大字湊 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yugawa?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Yugawa?
Yugawa 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.