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Hodatsushimizu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hodatsushimizu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hodatsushimizu saw its most recent black bear report on April 6, 2026 at Ogawa, where 1 bear was seen near the Yoneide Interchange entrance on National Route 249. That is the latest sign that bears are still moving through the edges of town and onto roads and access points.
The busiest parts of the area have been Shingu, Kawara, and the corridors around Route 159, the Hodatsu River, and the Oshimizu Specialty Products Direct Sales Shop, with repeated reports also coming from Hariyama, Shikinami, Tsuboyama, Takono, and Yoshinoya. Activity has been strongest in June 2024, when 8 incidents were recorded, and it has stayed active in May and June 2025, with 3 incidents in each month, before easing to 2 in October 2025 and 1 in December 2025; Hodatsushimizu has logged 133 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hodatsushimizu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hodatsushimizu?
Hodatsushimizu has recorded 133 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 Hodatsushimizu?
The most recent bear sighting in Hodatsushimizu was on April 6, 2026 in Hodatsushimizu Ogawa, Ishikawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hodatsushimizu?
Recent bear sightings in Hodatsushimizu have been concentrated in Hodatsushimizu Tsuboyama (8), Hodatsushimizu Yamazaki (7), Hodatsushimizu Morimoto (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hodatsushimizu?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hodatsushimizu?
Hodatsushimizu 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.