Hiroshima Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Hiroshima
Hiroshima had a Black Bear report in Ōtake Onihara on June 11, 2026. There were 30 incidents in the past 30 days, including 3 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Shobara, Hatsukaichi Miyauchi-kogyodanchi, and Ōtake Mitsuishicho. The area has 167 recorded incidents in total.
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三原市本郷付近、5月以降たびたび熊の出没が教育機関からの通知で発出されています
５月18日午後10時ごろ、広島岩国道路上りの廿日市ジャンクション付近ででツキノワグマと軽自動車が衝突。山陽自動車道（広島岩国道路）上りの廿日市JCTのランプ付近です。
ネクスコ西日本によりますと横たわっていたのはツキノワグマ（オス）一頭が死んでいたということです。体長約1.2m、体重は70kg～80kg。
軽自動車には運転手１人が乗っていましたが怪我は有りませんでした。
Shobara and persimmon trees keep appearing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hiroshima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hiroshima?
Hiroshima has recorded 167 bear incidents in total, with 30 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Hiroshima?
The most recent bear sighting in Hiroshima was on June 10, 2026 in Ōtake Onihara, Hiroshima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hiroshima?
Recent bear sightings in Hiroshima have been concentrated in Shobara (10), Shobara Mondecho (7), Hiroshima Itsukaichicho-Misuzuen (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hiroshima?
Activity has slowed. 3 incidents in the last 7 days, 30 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hiroshima?
Hiroshima 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.