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Hamada Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hamada, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hamada’s latest report came on April 30, 2026, when a single black bear about 1 meter long was seen near the Yanagi bus stop in Maruhara, Sakai cho, moving toward the Iekoya River. That sighting fits a very active stretch in Asahi machi Maruhara, where bears were also reported on April 23, April 21, and April 20 around the Hamada Fire Asahi station, the Shimane Asahi Social Rehabilitation Promotion Center, and the Asahi branch office area.
Most of the recent activity has clustered in Asahi machi Maruhara, with other reports also coming from Tonoura cho, Sugido cho, Ikuyu cho, and Ubuyu cho. The pace was strongest in October 2025 with 10 incidents and November 2025 with 8, then stayed active through January 2026 with 2 and February 2026 with 3; Hamada has logged 97 black bear sightings overall.
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生湯町だけで1月から2月にかけて4回も目撃されてるけど、同じ個体が行ったり来たりしてるんじゃないか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hamada
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hamada?
Hamada has recorded 97 bear incidents in total, with 6 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Hamada?
The most recent bear sighting in Hamada was on April 23, 2026 in Hamada Asahicho-Marubara, Shimane, where 3 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hamada?
Recent bear sightings in Hamada have been concentrated in Hamada Asahicho-Marubara (10), Hamada Ubuyucho (9), Hamada Chiwacho (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hamada?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hamada?
Hamada 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.