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Azuma yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Azuma yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Azuma yama has seen a sharp recent burst of black bear activity: on April 29, 2026 at around 08:45, two bears were sighted in Osawa, Yonezawa City, and another report there at about 08:00 the same morning also described 2 bears, believed to be an adult and a juvenile. Earlier in April, sightings also came from Kitashiobara, including cubs near National Route 459 and along the road in Hibara, showing bears moving through the roadside and woodland edge.
The busiest areas in this record are Yonezawa Osawa and Kitashiobara, where repeated reports keep coming from the same forest road and village fringe. Activity was heaviest in July 2025 with 30 incidents and October 2025 with 19, then stayed active through November 2025 with 18 and December 2025 with 4, while the area has logged 158 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Azuma yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Azuma yama?
Azuma yama has recorded 158 bear incidents in total, with 6 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Azuma yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Azuma yama was on January 30, 2026 in Kitashiobara 大字桧原, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Azuma yama?
Recent bear sightings in Azuma yama have been concentrated in Kitashiobara (79), Fukushima (8), Inawashiro 字山神原 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Azuma yama?
Activity is elevated. 4 of the 6 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Azuma yama?
Azuma yama 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.