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Yorii Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yorii, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Osato Yorii Town has seen 9 black bear sightings in the record, and the most recent incidents happened on 2025-11-17 with bears at Hodawara and Ozono. The Ozono sighting included a report near the Kawasemi riverside east of Tamayodo Bridge late on November 16 and led to town and hunters association notifications.
Activity has picked up this month with 2 sightings in 2025-11, and earlier peaks included 3 sightings in 2024-10 and single reports in 2025-09, 2025-07, and 2025-04. The action is concentrated around Hodawara, Ozono, and several hamlets such as 立原 and 牟礼, reflecting the listed local reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yorii
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yorii?
Yorii has 9 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 Yorii?
The most recent bear sighting in Yorii was on November 16, 2025 in Yorii Town Hodawara, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yorii?
Recent bear sightings in Yorii have been concentrated in Yorii Town Hodawara (1), Ozono, Yorii Town (1), Yorii Town 立原 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yorii?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Yorii?
Yorii 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.