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Mount Azuma-kofuji Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Azuma-kofuji, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Azuma-kofuji has had a fresh black bear report in Yonezawa Osawa on April 29, 2026, when two bears were sighted around 08:45. A second report from the same morning in Yonezawa Osawa placed another pair there at about 08:00, and both sightings point to activity at the edge of settled ground.
The busiest ground in this area has been around Fukushima City and Yonezawa, with recent trouble in woodland and roadside places such as Sakuramoto, Zainiwasaka, Arai, and Tsuchiyu Onsen-machi. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 82 incidents and November 2025 with 74, and the area has logged 510 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Azuma-kofuji
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Azuma-kofuji?
Mount Azuma-kofuji has recorded 510 bear incidents in total, with 8 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 Mount Azuma-kofuji?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Azuma-kofuji was on April 26, 2026 in Fukushima, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Azuma-kofuji?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Azuma-kofuji have been concentrated in Fukushima Zainiwasaka (32), Fukushima Sakuramoto (19), Fukushima Sabara (16). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Azuma-kofuji?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 8 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Azuma-kofuji?
Mount Azuma-kofuji 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.