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Uda Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Uda, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Uda’s latest bear report came on March 18, 2026 at Uda Ouda-Shibo, where a large black bear was seen walking along the agricultural road from Hongo toward Asoda, moving in the same direction as the car. Just a week earlier, on March 11, 2026 at Uda Haibara-Yamabesan, another black bear was spotted from a passenger seat moving across the surface of Muro Dam Lake.
The busiest areas have been Haibara and Murou, with repeated sightings around Haibara-Morokino, Haibara-Tenmadai-nishi 2-chome, Murou-Sanbonmatsu, Murou-Ono, and Murou-Tada, while Utano-Hirai and Ouda-Shibo have also added recent road crossings. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 10 reports, then stayed active in May 2025 with 4, August 2025 with 3, and March 2026 with 2. Uda has recorded 22 black bear sightings in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Uda
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Uda?
Uda has 22 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 Uda?
The most recent bear sighting in Uda was on March 11, 2026 in Uda Haibara-Yamabesan, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Uda?
Recent bear sightings in Uda have been concentrated in Uda Murou-Ono (8), Uda Haibara-Morokino (3), Uda Haibara-Takahagidai (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Uda?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Uda?
Uda 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.