Mountains & Hiking · Fukui
Kyougatake Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kyougatake, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kyougatake most recently saw a black bear in Ono Shimoyuino on March 9, 2026 at 12:40, and that is the freshest sign of activity in this area. Before that, bears were reported in Ono Nanaita on March 3, 2026 at 14:30, keeping the pressure on the northern side of town.
The busiest ground has been around Katsuyama, with reports in Hiraisumicho Oya Valley, Muraokacho Kuremi, Sakaemachi 2 chome, Heisenji Town Akao, Nomukacho Fukatani, Showamachi 3 chome, Heisenji Town Iwagano, and Nagayama Town 2 chome. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 68 incidents and stayed high in November 2025 with 58, while December 2025 still brought 9 more before the winter months fell to 2 in January 2026 and 3 in February 2026; Kyougatake has logged 706 black bear sightings overall.
Kyougatake Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kyougatake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kyougatake?
Kyougatake has 706 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 Kyougatake?
The most recent bear sighting in Kyougatake 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 Kyougatake?
Recent bear sightings in Kyougatake have been concentrated in Katsuyama 平泉寺町赤尾 (8), Katsuyama 長山町二丁目 (8), Katsuyama 平泉寺町大渡 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kyougatake?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kyougatake?
Kyougatake 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.