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Mount Hyōno Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Hyōno, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Hyōno’s latest black bear report came on October 23, 2025 at 1:05 a.m. in Wakasa Kurumino, where a 1 cub was seen moving along the prefectural road between Kaimino and Moroko. That kind of road edge movement has been showing up again and again around Wakasa Iwayado and Wakasa 見内, where bears have also been seen near rivers, forest roads, and National Route 29.
The most active places in this area have been Wakasa Iwayado, Wakasa 見内, and Wakasa Kurumino, with activity clustering along roads, river crossings, and the confluence area near Iwayado and Yoshikawa. Sightings peak in the warmer months, with June 2025 bringing 4 reports, May 2025 bringing 2, and both September 2025 and October 2025 adding 2 each. Mount Hyōno has recorded 102 black bear sightings in all.
Mount Hyōno Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Hyōno
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Hyōno?
Mount Hyōno has 102 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 Hyōno?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Hyōno was on October 22, 2025 in Wakasa Kurumino, Tottori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Hyōno?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Hyōno have been concentrated in Wakasa Fuchimi (15), Wakasa Tsukuyone (10), Wakasa Iwayado (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Hyōno?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Hyōno?
Mount Hyōno 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.