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Mount Oizuru Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Oizuru, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Oizuru has been seeing black bear activity, and the latest sharp reminder came on November 12, 2025 in Shirakawa Iishima, where 2 black bears were reported. Just a few days earlier, on November 9, 2025 in Shirakawa Omaki, a bear about 1.2 meters tall was inside a snow shed and was trying to climb the concrete wall toward the dam lake side.
Most of the activity is centered around Shirakawa Village, especially Shirakawago, Ogimachi, Ashikura, and Omaki, with nearby Nanto City also showing repeated reports in Nishakaocho and Maki. The busiest stretch has been October 2025, with 19 incidents, followed by May 2025 with 13, while July 2025 and June 2025 each saw 9; across all records, Mount Oizuru has logged 287 black bear sightings.
Mount Oizuru Bear Incident Map
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Shirakawago alone has five incidents in three weeks, with two involving tourist injuries at the World Heritage site.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Oizuru
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Oizuru?
Mount Oizuru has 287 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 Oizuru?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Oizuru was on November 12, 2025 in Shirakawa Iishima, Gifu, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Oizuru?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Oizuru have been concentrated in Shirakawa Ogimachi (31), Shirakawa Hatogaya (23), Shirakawa Iishima (13). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Oizuru?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Oizuru?
Mount Oizuru 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.