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Daisen-Oki National Park Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Daisen-Oki National Park, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Daisen-Oki National Park saw its most recent black bear incident on October 29, 2025 in Yurihama Ueshi, where a bear left claw marks on the door of a pear-storage shed. That same date is also marked by another report from Yurihama Ueshi, showing the area is still getting very close bear attention around farms and storage buildings.
The most active places in this park include Yurihama, Misasa, and the nearby slopes and river edges where bears have been seen moving through farmland, along roads, and on sandy banks. Activity has been recorded in every month listed, with October 2025, September 2025, August 2025, July 2025, and May 2025 each showing 2 incidents, while July 2024 and April 2024 were busier with 3 incidents each. Across the park, there have been 76 black bear sightings in total.
Daisen-Oki National Park Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Daisen-Oki National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Daisen-Oki National Park?
Daisen-Oki National Park has 76 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 Daisen-Oki National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Daisen-Oki National Park was on October 29, 2025 in Yurihama Ueshi, Tottori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Daisen-Oki National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Daisen-Oki National Park have been concentrated in Misasa Yoshida (9), Kotoura (6), Misasa Katashiba (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Daisen-Oki National Park?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Daisen-Oki National Park?
Daisen-Oki National Park 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.