Mie Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mie, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mie’s latest sharp report came from Owase Yanohama Masago on April 19, 2026, when a woman reported a black bear sighting east of the Owase Minami interchange and four first year female students from Owase Junior High School also saw what appeared to be 2 bears in the same area. That same place also had another black bear report on April 19, 2026, which keeps Owase at the center of the most recent activity.
The heaviest pressure has been around Owase, with reports also coming from Kihoku, Odai, Inabe, and Hajikami Pass in Kihoku Town, showing that the bears are moving through both coastal and inland parts of the prefecture. The pace was strongest in January 2026 and November 2025, when 20 incidents were recorded in each month, and the broader picture for Mie now stands at 188 black bear sightings overall.
Mie Bear Incident Map
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Mie Monthly Bear Activity Trend
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尾鷲市九鬼町で2月26日と27日と立て続けに出てるのに、総数183件って思ってたよりずいぶん多いな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mie
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mie?
Mie has recorded 188 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 Mie?
The most recent bear sighting in Mie was on April 19, 2026 in Owase Yanohama-Masago, Mie, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mie?
Recent bear sightings in Mie have been concentrated in Owase (6), Kameyama City (5), Kumano Kanayamacho (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mie?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mie?
Mie 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.