Gifu Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Gifu
Gifu had a Black Bear report in Takayama 朝日町上ケ見 on June 15, 2026. There were 162 incidents in the past 30 days, including 20 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Shirakawa Hirase, Hida 宮川町巣之内, and Takayama 朝日町西洞. The area has 16,708 recorded incidents in total.
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岐阜県に旅行の予定をしていたけど、熊に対して何の知識もない人間が行くのは危険だし熊を刺激して駆除されるのは嫌だから、違う所に変更しよう。
岐阜県はほんと良いところなので、色々と調べてまた行きたいです。
熊出まくりで岐阜人ざまあ
人間性終わってんな
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 16,708 bear incidents in total, with 162 reported in the last 30 days and 20 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 June 14, 2026 in Kani Fushimi, Gifu, where 2 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 Shirakawa Hirase (9), Hida 宮川町巣之内 (5), Takayama 朝日町西洞 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gifu?
Activity has slowed. 20 incidents in the last 7 days, 162 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.