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Mount Yakeishi Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Yakeishi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Yakeishi has been seeing bears close to homes and fields, and the latest report came on April 9, 2026 in Higashinaruse Iwai River, where a single adult Asiatic black bear was sighted by nearby residents and tracks over 20 centimeters were found nearby, with its whereabouts still unknown. That same area has also seen a bear moving past houses, roads, and even a persimmon tree, which is why this corridor deserves attention.
The most active places have been Higashinaruse and Isawa Wakayanagi in Oshu City, where bears have repeatedly turned up near residences, campgrounds, and fruit trees. Activity peaked in October 2025 and November 2025, and the area has recorded 71 black bear sightings overall, showing a steady pattern of bear presence around the settled edge of the mountains.
Mount Yakeishi Bear Incident Map
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東成瀬村に限った話だけど、11月中旬から下旬にかけて一気に報告が集中してるのが気になる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Yakeishi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Yakeishi?
Mount Yakeishi has recorded 71 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Yakeishi?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Yakeishi was on April 9, 2026 in Higashinaruse 岩井川, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Yakeishi?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Yakeishi have been concentrated in Higashinaruse 岩井川 (39), Higashinaruse (23), Isawa Wakayanagi, Oshu City (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yakeishi?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Yakeishi?
Mount Yakeishi 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.