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Otake Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Otake
Otake had a Black Bear report in Ōtake Hatcho on August 7, 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 Ōtake Hatcho. The area has 46 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Otake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Otake?
Otake has recorded 46 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 Otake?
The most recent bear sighting in Otake 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 Otake?
Recent bear sightings in Otake have been concentrated in Ōtake Kuritanicho-Okuribayashi (14), Ōtake Hatcho (6), Ōtake Kuritanicho-Ushirobara (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Otake?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Otake?
Otake 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.