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Akita-Yakeyama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Akita-Yakeyama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
In Akita-Yakeyama, the most striking recent report came on April 23, 2026, near Ōbadani-chi in Kazuno, about 5.5 km from the Tamagawa Onsen No.1 parking lot toward Kazuno, where a black bear on a snowy slope saw a car, panicked, and ran uphill toward Tamagawa Onsen. That is the kind of close mountain edge encounter that keeps turning up here.
The most active ground has been around Kazuno, Semboku, and the Tamagawa area, with bears appearing on roadsides, in rice fields, and along the national highway, often near homes or moving off when vehicles approach. Activity has peaked in October, with 12 reports, and September followed with 11, while the area has recorded 84 black bear sightings overall.
Akita-Yakeyama Bear Incident Map
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鹿角市に集中してるのか、10月中旬から11月初めまで毎日のように報告が上がってるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Akita-Yakeyama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Akita-Yakeyama?
Akita-Yakeyama has recorded 84 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Akita-Yakeyama?
The most recent bear sighting in Akita-Yakeyama was on November 8, 2025 in Kazuno, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Akita-Yakeyama?
Recent bear sightings in Akita-Yakeyama have been concentrated in Kazuno (22), Kazuno 坂比平 (20), Semboku (14). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Akita-Yakeyama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Akita-Yakeyama?
Akita-Yakeyama 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.