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Kumano Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kumano, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kumano’s most recent black bear report came from Hadasucho on February 21, 2026, when 1 bear was seen there. That keeps the winter season active, with several more sightings in Arimacho on January 31, 2026, plus reports in Sunocho on January 10, 2026 and Odomaricho on January 9, 2026.
The busiest stretches have been around Arimacho, Asukacho Komata, Asukacho Kozaka, Kiwacho Ogurusu, and Isatocho Momozaki, while activity peaked in October 2025 with 10 reports and November 2025 with 9. Kumano has recorded 56 black bear sightings overall, and the reports have stayed steady into December 2025 and January 2026 rather than fading away.
Kumano Bear Incident Map
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私は以前まで尾鷲中心に磯釣りに行きましたがクマの出没が相次いだので今は控えてます早く行政もクマ対策して人身被害ないよう願いたいです😊
Three reports just on January 30th from Arimacho alone. Is something driving them into that specific area, or is it just where people are encountering them?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kumano
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kumano?
Kumano has 56 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Kumano?
The most recent bear sighting in Kumano was on February 20, 2026 in Kumano Hadasucho, Mie, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kumano?
Recent bear sightings in Kumano have been concentrated in Kumano Asukacho-Sawatari (6), Kumano Asukacho-Kozaka (5), Kumano Kanayamacho (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kumano?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kumano?
Kumano 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.