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Hida Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hida, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hida's latest black bear report came on January 16, 2026 at 14:00 in Hida 河合町中澤上, where 1 bear was seen. That kind of sighting keeps the story close to the ground in the mountain valleys, with 神岡町船津, 古川町信包, and 河合町元田 also appearing in the recent reports.
The heaviest activity has been around Hida 神岡町, especially 船津, 吉田, 数河, 東雲, and 殿, while 古川町 and 河合町 have also stayed active. Reports peaked in October 2025 with 60 incidents and stayed high in November 2025 with 22, and Hida has recorded 1,781 black bear sightings overall.
Hida Bear Incident Map
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11月中旬に集中してるけど、なんでこの時期に一気に増えるんだろう。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hida
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hida?
Hida has 1,781 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 Hida?
The most recent bear sighting in Hida was on January 16, 2026 in Hida 河合町中澤上, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hida?
Recent bear sightings in Hida have been concentrated in Hida 宮川町杉原 (6), Hida 古川町沼町 (5), Hida 河合町元田 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hida?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Hida?
Hida 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.