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Hourai tera yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hourai tera yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hourai tera yama has been hearing about black bears moving through the wider area, and the most recent report came on April 12, 2026 in Hamamatsu Inasa cho Tazawa, where 1 black bear crossed the road while someone was driving. That was followed by a report on January 17, 2026 in Shinshiro, keeping the trail of sightings active into the new year.
The heaviest activity has centered on Shinshiro and Hamamatsu Inasa cho, with Shinshiro turning up repeatedly across January 2025, November 2025, and January 2026, while Hamamatsu Inasa cho had reports in October 2025 and April 2026. The pace was busiest in October 2025 with 3 reports, then November 2025 with 2, and the area has logged 11 black bear sightings in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hourai tera yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hourai tera yama?
Hourai tera yama has recorded 11 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Hourai tera yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Hourai tera yama was on April 12, 2026 in Hamamatsu Inasa-cho Tazawa, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hourai tera yama?
Recent bear sightings in Hourai tera yama have been concentrated in Shinshiro (4), Hamamatsu Inasa-cho Tazawa (1), Shinshiro 川路 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hourai tera yama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hourai tera yama?
Hourai tera 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.