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Ishigami yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ishigami yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
In Ishigami yama, the most recent black bear incident came on April 24, 2026, when an adult bear was found perched motionless in a tree near the Seiyouen Clean Center in Shinzato, Ayahori cho, Tono City, and it was still there later that day. A second report the same afternoon also placed a single adult bear in a tree near the clean center in Kamiayaori, Ayahori cho, Tono City.
The busiest places in the record are Ayaoricho Shimoayaori, Ayaoricho Kamiayaori, and Tono City itself, where bears have turned up near homes, workplaces, barns, and forest work sites. Activity peaks in November 2025 and June 2025, with one report in each month, and the area has logged 11 black bear sightings in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ishigami yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ishigami yama?
Ishigami yama has recorded 11 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Ishigami yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Ishigami yama was on April 24, 2026 in Tōno Ayaoricho-Shimoayaori, Iwate, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ishigami yama?
Recent bear sightings in Ishigami yama have been concentrated in Tono (2), Tōno Ayaoricho-Shimoayaori (1), Tōno Ayaoricho-Kamiayaori (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ishigami yama?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 2 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Ishigami yama?
Ishigami 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.