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Mount Yoshino Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Yoshino, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Yoshino saw its most recent black bear incident on April 5, 2026 at 7:00 a.m., when a jet black bear over 1 meter in body length came down from the slope onto the forest road, ran across it, and dropped back down the slope. Earlier in the same area, Yoshino also had a report on April 3, 2026, so the ridge and road edges there are clearly still active.
The most active spots in this area have been Yoshino, Oyodo Basa, and nearby Tenkawa and Gojo, with reports also coming from Higashiyoshino and Shimoichi. Activity peaked in December 2025 with 19 reports, stayed high in November 2025 with 13, and then continued through January 2026 with 6 and March 2026 with 2, adding up to 66 black bear sightings overall in Mount Yoshino.
Mount Yoshino Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Yoshino
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Yoshino?
Mount Yoshino has recorded 66 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Yoshino?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Yoshino was on April 4, 2026 in Yoshino, 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 Yoshino?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Yoshino have been concentrated in Shimoichi Zengi (6), Shimoichi Yomura (6), Shimoichi Saitani (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yoshino?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Yoshino?
Mount Yoshino 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.