Mountains & Hiking · Fukushima
Hakasesan Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hakasesan, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hakasesan has recently seen a black bear on April 15, 2026 at about 17:30 in Yanaizu on a prefectural road in Tsumenaka, where a driver spotted one bear about 50 cm long in the roadside brush. Earlier in April, another bear was seen in Kubota in Yanaizu Town when one about 0.5 m long ran from a ravine into the woods along the Aizuwakamatsu Mishima Line.
The busiest places in this area have been Yanaizu, Aizumisato Town, and Mishima Town, with repeated sightings around homes, storehouses, sheds, and brushy edges rather than deep in the mountains. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 39 incidents, then stayed active in November with 14, December with 10, and March 2026 with 10; across Hakasesan, the record now stands at 121 black bear sightings overall.
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12月27日と29日に柳津町牧沢字居平で立て続けに出没してるけど、同じ個体なのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hakasesan
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hakasesan?
Hakasesan has recorded 121 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Hakasesan?
The most recent bear sighting in Hakasesan was on April 10, 2026 in Yanaizu Kubota, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hakasesan?
Recent bear sightings in Hakasesan have been concentrated in Yanaizu 居平 (12), Aizumisato 旭無量 (11), Yanaizu Gojojiki (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hakasesan?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hakasesan?
Hakasesan 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.