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Sekigahara Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sekigahara, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sekigahara's most recent black bear report came from Ootaka in Sekigahara Town on October 14, 2025, when a possible bear appearance was reported in the morning, and the area also saw another bear noted in Sekigahara 大字野上 that same day in the afternoon. Another black bear was recorded in Sekigahara 大字野上 on November 7, 2025 at 3:00 in the morning, showing that the bears are still moving through familiar parts of the town.
The most active ground has been Sekigahara 大字野上, along with Sekigahara 大字関ケ原 and Sekigahara 大字玉, where sightings have been repeated over the years. Activity has peaked in January, with 7 reports in January 2014, and the broader pattern includes 3 reports in January 2016 and 2 in January 2012; this area has logged 58 black bear sightings overall.
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関ケ原町で58件か。ずいぶん集中してるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sekigahara
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sekigahara?
Sekigahara has 58 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 Sekigahara?
The most recent bear sighting in Sekigahara was on November 6, 2025 in Sekigahara 大字野上, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sekigahara?
Recent bear sightings in Sekigahara have been concentrated in Sekigahara 大字玉 (18), Sekigahara 大字関ケ原 (17), Sekigahara 大字山中 (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sekigahara?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Sekigahara?
Sekigahara 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.