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Yamagata Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yamagata, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Higashichikuma Yamagata Village has seen 5 black bear sightings in the record, and a recent incident on 2025-10-30 09:00 involved a cub captured on the grounds of Ai City 21, Yamagata Village. Activity has been concentrated around Ai City 21, Yamagata Village, where multiple cub sightings and captures were reported in late October 2025.
It has been busy lately with 4 sightings in 2025-10 and one earlier sighting in 2024-06, and the most recent confirmed animal was a cub about 50 centimeters long. Reports also noted a bear on a high school ground in Matsumoto City and a sighting in Yamagata 下竹田, showing local movement near populated spots around Ai City 21, Yamagata Village.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yamagata
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yamagata?
Yamagata has 5 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 Yamagata?
The most recent bear sighting in Yamagata was on October 30, 2025 in Ai City 21, Yamagata Village, Higashichikuma District, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yamagata?
Recent bear sightings in Yamagata have been concentrated in Ai City 21, Yamagata Village, Higashichikuma District (1), Ai City 21, Yamagata Village, Nagano (1), Yamagata 下竹田 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yamagata?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Yamagata?
Yamagata 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.