Mountains & Hiking · Fukui
Mount Arashima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Arashima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Arashima most recently saw a black bear in Ono Shimoyuino on March 9, 2026 at 12:40, with another bear report in Ono Nanaita on March 3, 2026 at 14:30. These are the latest signs that the area is still active.
The busiest ground has been in Ono and Katsuyama, with repeated reports around Tomokane, Tomoe, Nakabasami, Kamishita, Tsuchifugo, Shimoyuino, and Nanaita, plus 平泉寺町大矢谷, 平泉寺町岩ヶ野, and 平泉寺町壁倉. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 33 incidents and October 2025 with 32, then stayed present through December 2025, February 2026, and March 2026, and Mount Arashima has logged 390 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Arashima Bear Incident Map
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3月の最近の目撃でも大野市と勝山市に集中してるけど、この二つの市に特に多い理由があるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Arashima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Arashima?
Mount Arashima has 390 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 Mount Arashima?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Arashima was on March 9, 2026 in Ono Shimoyuino, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Arashima?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Arashima have been concentrated in Ono Kakigashima (10), Ono Shimoyuino (8), Ono Hotokebara (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Arashima?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Arashima?
Mount Arashima 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.