Gifu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gifu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Gifu's most recent report came from Ena at the rest area of Yahagi Dam on April 29, 2026 at 14:30, when a person heard rustling, looked toward the cliff, and saw 1 black bear standing still long enough for a photo. Just before that, a park in Gifu 蕪城町 was temporarily closed after a bearlike sighting on April 28, 2026, and Gifu Family Park in Gifu 出屋敷 and Gifu 北野北 was also closed after sightings on April 23, 2026.
The busiest places in this area have been around Gifu Family Park in Gifu City, around school areas in Yamagata, and in Takayama and Motosu, where sightings have kept showing up in town edges and near familiar walking areas. Activity reached its strongest stretch in October 2025 with 358 incidents and stayed heavy in November 2025 with 182, before dropping to 43 in December 2025 and then to 19 in January 2026; across Gifu, black bears have been recorded 10,401 times overall.
Gifu Bear Incident Map
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Gifu Monthly Bear Activity Trend
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Ena's showing three reports in just over a month, while most other areas have one or two spread across January and February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gifu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gifu?
Gifu has recorded 10,401 bear incidents in total, with 13 reported in the last 30 days and 2 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Gifu?
The most recent bear sighting in Gifu was on April 29, 2026 in Ena, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Gifu?
Recent bear sightings in Gifu have been concentrated in Takayama 石浦町一丁目 (7), Ena (6), Takayama 上宝町宮原 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gifu?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 13 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Gifu?
Gifu 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.