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Takashima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Takashima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Takashima’s latest black bear report came on April 21, 2026 at Shin Asahicho Kumanomoto, where 1 bear was seen near the baseball field. That kind of edge of town encounter has been showing up again and again in Takashima, with recent reports also coming from Kamogawadaira 1 chome, Makinocho Shiratani, and Imazucho Hozaka.
The most active stretches have been in Makinocho, Shinasahi, and Azumigawa, while activity has also turned up around Shiroyamadai 2 chome and Imazucho Hozaka. The pace was heaviest in June 2025 with 10 sightings, followed by July 2025 with 6 and May 2025 with 6, then it stayed active through October 2025 with 4 and into December 2025 with 2. Across 38 black bear sightings in Takashima, the record shows a steady presence rather than a single isolated event.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Takashima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Takashima?
Takashima has recorded 38 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Takashima?
The most recent bear sighting in Takashima was on April 21, 2026 in Takashima Shin-Asahicho-Kumanomoto, Shiga, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Takashima?
Recent bear sightings in Takashima have been concentrated in Takashima Shin-Asahicho-Kumanomoto (3), Takashima Imazucho-Kitaumi (3), Takashima Kamogawadaira 1-chome (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Takashima?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Takashima?
Takashima 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.