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Yasugi Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yasugi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yasugi’s most recent black bear report came at around 5:30 a.m. on April 24, 2026, when a juvenile bear about 50 cm long was seen near Tenmangu Shrine in Ijiri, Hakuta cho. Another bear had already been spotted nearby on April 21, 2026, around 10:30 a.m., on a municipal road near Hiba yama Kume Shrine in Yokoya, Hakuta cho, and that one was described as an adult about 70 to 80 cm long.
The activity around Yasugi has been strongest in Hakuta cho and Hirose cho, with repeated reports in Ijiri, Mori, Hinami, Okutawara, Kajifukutome, and Fube. Sightings have also clustered in July 2025 and August 2025, when reports were busiest, while March 2026 and November 2025 still brought new sightings, and the area has recorded 20 black bear sightings overall.
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9:30 PM report in Kunoucho is late for these.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yasugi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yasugi?
Yasugi has recorded 20 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Yasugi?
The most recent bear sighting in Yasugi was on April 23, 2026 in Yasugi Hakutacho-Ijiri, Shimane, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yasugi?
Recent bear sightings in Yasugi have been concentrated in Yasugi Hirosecho-Okutawara (3), Yasugi Hakutacho-Ijiri (2), Yasugi Hakutacho-Hinami (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yasugi?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Yasugi?
Yasugi 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.