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Amarube Viaduct Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Amarube Viaduct, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Toyooka Takenocho Higashiotani in Amarube Viaduct, a black bear was seen at 19:00 on January 6, 2026, and there was no damage. That is the freshest report in an area that has recorded 36 black bear sightings in all.
The most active spots have been around Toyooka Takenocho Kawachi, Toyooka Takenocho Kojo, and Toyooka Takenocho Kirihama, with other reports also coming from Toyooka Takenocho Kuwanomoto, Toyooka Takenocho Komaru, and Toyooka Takenocho Onmata. Activity has been heaviest in September 2024 with 12 incidents and October 2024 with 5, then again in October 2025 with 4 and May 2025 with 3, while winter reports have still continued into November 2025 and January 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Amarube Viaduct
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Amarube Viaduct?
Amarube Viaduct has 36 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 Amarube Viaduct?
The most recent bear sighting in Amarube Viaduct was on January 6, 2026 in Toyooka Takenocho-Higashiotani, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Amarube Viaduct?
Recent bear sightings in Amarube Viaduct have been concentrated in Toyooka Takenocho-Kuwanomoto (7), Toyooka Takenocho-Mihara (5), Toyooka Takenocho-Omori (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Amarube Viaduct?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Amarube Viaduct?
Amarube Viaduct 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.