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Ōeyama (mountain range) Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ōeyama (mountain range), compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ōeyama (mountain range) saw its most recent black bear report on March 28, 2026 in Maizuru Kuwagaishimo, where 1 bear was recorded, and another 1 bear was reported the same day in Maizuru Okadayuri. Just before that, on March 14, 2026 at 17:10, Toyooka Tantocho Hinada had 1 black bear with no damage reported.
The busiest ground has been around Toyooka Tantocho Mushu and Yosano Atsue, with repeated reports there, while Maizuru, Toyooka, Yosano, and Kyōtango have all stayed active. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 26 incidents and stayed high in October 2025 with 19, July 2025 with 21, and May 2025 with 18; across the area, there have been 1,110 black bear sightings overall.
Ōeyama (mountain range) Bear Incident Map
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但東町の口藤区で1月に3日連続で柿の食害が報告されてるから、同じ個体がずっと同じ場所を回ってるんじゃないか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ōeyama (mountain range)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ōeyama (mountain range)?
Ōeyama (mountain range) has 1,110 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 Ōeyama (mountain range)?
The most recent bear sighting in Ōeyama (mountain range) was on March 27, 2026 in Maizuru Kuwagaishimo, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ōeyama (mountain range)?
Recent bear sightings in Ōeyama (mountain range) have been concentrated in Maizuru Okadayuri (6), Yosano Yotsutsuji (6), Yosano Atsue (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ōeyama (mountain range)?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ōeyama (mountain range)?
Ōeyama (mountain range) 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.