Mountains & Hiking · Ishikawa
Taka su yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Taka su yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Taka su yama has had 10 sightings recorded so far, and the most recent incident was on 2025-05-09 in Wajima Higashiinnaimachi where a contractor reported what looked like a cub inside a warehouse being dismantled. Activity is not busy lately with only 1 sighting this month and a single recent report from that Wajima location.
Most of the action has come from various spots around Wajima including Wajima Shinobumachi, Wajima Horimachi, and Wajima Soryomachi, and the records show several single bear encounters over the years rather than clusters. The sightings are all of the local black bear type and the monthly counts list 1 for each month noted.
Taka su yama Bear Incident Map
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Cubs turning up all over Wajima.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Taka su yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Taka su yama?
Taka su yama has 10 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 Taka su yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Taka su yama was on May 9, 2025 in Wajima Higashiinnaimachi, Ishikawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Taka su yama?
Recent bear sightings in Taka su yama have been concentrated in Wajima Higashiinnaimachi (1), Wajima Shinobumachi (1), Wajima Horimachi (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Taka su yama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Taka su yama?
Taka su 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.