Mountains & Hiking · Hyogo
Mount Sobu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Sobu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Sobu saw a black bear on March 23, 2026 at 11:30 in Toyooka Hidakacho Yamanomiya, and there was no damage. That fits a run of fresh reports in the same area, including Toyooka Hidakacho Shinogaki on February 13, 2026 at 07:50 and Toyooka Hidakacho Kawae on January 15, 2026, all with no damage.
The busiest places in this area have been Toyooka Hidakacho and nearby Toyooka Takenocho, with repeated sightings in Yamanomiya, Shinogaki, Kawae, Asakura, Kuwanomoto, Jugo, Shimomura, Shiba, and Tochimoto. Activity peaked in November 2024 with 10 incidents, then rose again in May 2025 with 5, while the overall record for Mount Sobu stands at 107 black bear sightings.
Mount Sobu Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Sobu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Sobu?
Mount Sobu has 107 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 Sobu?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Sobu was on March 23, 2026 in Toyooka Hidakacho-Yamanomiya, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Sobu?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Sobu have been concentrated in Toyooka Hidakacho-Kurisuno (9), Toyooka Takenocho-Kuwanomoto (7), Toyooka Hidakacho-Tochimoto (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Sobu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Sobu?
Mount Sobu 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.