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Mount Wakakusa Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Wakakusa
Mount Wakakusa had a Black Bear report in Yamazoe Matono on June 11, 2026. The only incident in the past 30 days was reported within the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are centered on Yamazoe Matono. The area has 196 recorded incidents in total.
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Mount Wakakusa Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Wakakusa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Wakakusa?
Mount Wakakusa has recorded 196 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Wakakusa?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Wakakusa was on March 19, 2026 in Nara Besshiyocho, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Wakakusa?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Wakakusa have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (12), Kizugawa Umedani (10), Kizugawa Kamocho-Hokkejino (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Wakakusa?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Wakakusa?
Mount Wakakusa 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.