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Ikeda Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ikeda, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ikeda saw a black bear in 片山 at 5:00 on November 16, 2025, the most recent report in town. Earlier this fall, bears were also reported in 萩原 and in Kasugahara, Ikeda Town on October 31, 2025, showing that sightings are still reaching the settled edges of the area.
The most active ground in Ikeda has been 片山 and 願成寺, with other reports also coming from 八幡 and 萩原. Activity has peaked in October, when the area logged 18 incidents, and the whole record for Ikeda stands at 67 black bear sightings overall.
Ikeda Bear Incident Map
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10月31日早朝に粕ケ原で出没してるから、ここはもう生活圏の中に熊が入ってきてるってことだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ikeda
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ikeda?
Ikeda has 67 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 Ikeda?
The most recent bear sighting in Ikeda was on November 15, 2025 in Ikeda 片山, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ikeda?
Recent bear sightings in Ikeda have been concentrated in Ikeda 願成寺 (18), Ikeda 藤代 (10), Ikeda 片山 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ikeda?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ikeda?
Ikeda 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.