Ibaraki Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ibaraki, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ibaraki’s most recent black bear report came on April 19, 2026, in Hitachiota Shimotakakuracho, where one bear came out of the brush near the Takefu Forest Road campsite junction and the Shimotakefu Community Center, then turned back after being seen from about 50 to 80 m away. That was the closest thing to a fresh trailhead encounter in the area, and it fits the same mountain edge where earlier reports have also clustered.
Most of the activity has centered on Daigo Town and the border country around it, with sightings in April 2025 and June 2025, plus the later February 2026 report, while the monthly totals show the busiest stretch in April 2025 with 4 incidents, followed by June 2025 with 2, and February 2026 with 1. Across 8 black bear sightings in Ibaraki, the signs point to repeated use of the wooded hills and forest roads around Daigo Town and nearby Hitachiota.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ibaraki
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ibaraki?
Ibaraki has recorded 8 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Ibaraki?
The most recent bear sighting in Ibaraki was on February 4, 2026 in Daigo Town, Ibaraki, Ibaraki, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ibaraki?
Recent bear sightings in Ibaraki have been concentrated in Daigo Town, Ibaraki (1), Hitachiota Shimotakakuracho (1), Daigo Town (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ibaraki?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ibaraki?
Ibaraki 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.