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Dorogawa Onsen Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Dorogawa Onsen, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Dorogawa Onsen saw a black bear on January 18, 2026 at Tenkawa Dorogawa, and that is the most recent incident in the local record. Across the wider area, black bear activity has reached 96 sightings overall.
The busiest stretches have been in December 2025 with 27 reports and November 2025 with 18, while January 2026 also stayed active with 7. The main cluster of reports has come through Dorogawa Onsen, Kamikitayama, Yoshino, Gojo, and Oyodo, showing that the bears are moving across several parts of the region rather than staying in one place.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Dorogawa Onsen
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Dorogawa Onsen?
Dorogawa Onsen has recorded 96 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Dorogawa Onsen?
The most recent bear sighting in Dorogawa Onsen was on April 4, 2026 in Yoshino, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Dorogawa Onsen?
Recent bear sightings in Dorogawa Onsen have been concentrated in Shimoichi Zengi (6), Shimoichi Yomura (6), Kamikitayama (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Dorogawa Onsen?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Dorogawa Onsen?
Dorogawa Onsen 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.