Mountains & Hiking · Shizuoka
Arakawa take Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Arakawa take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Arakawa take’s most recent black bear report came on September 2, 2025 at 16:30 in Shizuoka, when 1 black bear was sighted. That follows another Shizuoka report on August 25, 2025 at 13:30, showing that this area is still seeing fresh bear activity.
The busiest ground has been Oshika, which saw repeated black bear sightings in July 2024 and again in July 2025, while Shizuoka and Hayakawa Yujima have also been involved. Activity has been heaviest in July 2024 with 3 reports, and the area has logged 11 black bear sightings overall.
Arakawa take Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Arakawa take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Arakawa take?
Arakawa take has 11 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 Arakawa take?
The most recent bear sighting in Arakawa take was on September 2, 2025 in Shizuoka, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Arakawa take?
Recent bear sightings in Arakawa take have been concentrated in Oshika (6), Shizuoka (4), Hayakawa Yujima (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Arakawa take?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Arakawa take?
Arakawa take 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.