Hyogo Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hyogo, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hyogo’s most recent black bear report came on April 17, 2026 at Toyooka Kasumi, where 1 black bear was seen at 21:00 and no damage was reported. Earlier in the spring, the same county saw another bear in Taka Yachiyoku Yamato on April 7, 2026 at 16:30, showing that bears are still moving through the area around towns and settled ground.
Most of the activity is concentrated in Toyooka, with repeated reports from Hidakacho Yamanomiya, Tantocho Karakawa, Tantocho Hinada, Iwakuma, and Izushicho Mitsuki, while Himeji and Aioi also have recent sightings. The pace has been strongest in May 2025 with 33 incidents, July 2025 with 27, and October 2025 with 26, and Hyogo has recorded 522 black bear sightings overall.
Hyogo Bear Incident Map
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Hyogo Monthly Bear Activity Trend
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尼在住の一般市民です。元々東北に住んでいたので熊の恐ろしさはとても理解しています。これからの時期もっと多くの熊が出没すると思うので、一人ひとり気をつけてください。
Toyooka keeps coming up in every report.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hyogo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hyogo?
Hyogo has recorded 522 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 Hyogo?
The most recent bear sighting in Hyogo was on April 17, 2026 in Toyooka Kasumi, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hyogo?
Recent bear sightings in Hyogo have been concentrated in Toyooka Tantocho-Deaiichiba (4), Toyooka Tantocho-Komoto (4), Toyooka Tantocho-Sakano (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hyogo?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hyogo?
Hyogo 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.