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Mount Yōrō Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Yōrō, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On November 21, a man descending the Fujiwara-dake trail on Mount Fujiwara in Inabe City spotted a black bear about 50 meters ahead near Yamaguchi, Fujiwara-cho, and could not continue down the mountain. The same day, another report came from Inabe City in Mie Prefecture, confirming that the ridge and trail country there is still seeing fresh bear activity.
Across the Mount Yōrō area, the strongest activity has centered on Inabe City, with other reports also coming from Tarui Kurihara and Sekigahara, plus older sightings in Ogaki. The clearest surge is in November 2025, when 3 reports were logged, while September 2025 and August 2025 each had 1; the area has recorded 12 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Yōrō Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Yōrō
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Yōrō?
Mount Yōrō has 12 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 Yōrō?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Yōrō was on November 21, 2025 in Fujiwara-dake trail (Mount Fujiwara), Mie, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Yōrō?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Yōrō have been concentrated in Sekigahara 大字山中 (2), Fujiwara-dake trail (Mount Fujiwara) (1), Yamaguchi, Fujiwara-cho, Inabe City (Fujiwara-dake trail) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yōrō?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Yōrō?
Mount Yōrō 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.