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Ganryū-jima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ganryū-jima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ganryū-jima has been seeing black bear activity across Shimonoseki, and the most recent report came on December 28, 2025, at 00:35 in Shimonoseki Oaza Toyoura Mura, where 1 black bear was spotted. Just before that, another bear was reported in Shimonoseki Kusunom Igo Chome on December 13, 2025, at 21:52, showing that the latest activity has been arriving at night and in the late evening.
The busiest stretches have been around Shimonoseki City neighborhoods, especially Kusunom i, Katsuyashinmachi, Matsukoda, and Chofu Matsukodanishimachi, with the sharpest monthly burst in August 2025 and another strong run in December 2025. Across this area, there have been 16 black bear sightings in all, with reports also reaching Shimonoseki City itself on December 2, 2025, when bears were noted inside an abandoned house and at other locations around town.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ganryū-jima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ganryū-jima?
Ganryū-jima has 16 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 Ganryū-jima?
The most recent bear sighting in Ganryū-jima was on December 27, 2025 in Shimonoseki 大字豊浦村, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ganryū-jima?
Recent bear sightings in Ganryū-jima have been concentrated in Shimonoseki 大字豊浦村 (1), Shimonoseki 楠乃五丁目 (1), Shimonoseki City (inside an abandoned house and various locations in the city) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ganryū-jima?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ganryū-jima?
Ganryū-jima 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.