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Higo Bridge Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Higo Bridge, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Higo Bridge has been hearing the bear story up close: on April 19, 2026 at Minoh Gein 3-chome, a black bear stood halfway up the slope beside flowing water and met a hiker with a low growl while it watched from above. That was a close, tense encounter in Minoh City, and it is the clearest recent sign that black bears are still moving through this part of the hills.
The most active ground around Higo Bridge has been Minoh City, Ibaraki City, and Ikoma Ogurajicho, with repeated reports also turning up in Ikeda City. Activity has been heaviest in September 2024, when reports came in three times, and it rose again in July 2023 with three reports as well, while January 2026 and November 2025 each brought one report; in all, this area has recorded 18 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Higo Bridge
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Higo Bridge?
Higo Bridge has recorded 18 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Higo Bridge?
The most recent bear sighting in Higo Bridge was on April 19, 2026 in Minoh Gein 3-chome, Osaka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Higo Bridge?
Recent bear sightings in Higo Bridge have been concentrated in Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Ibaraki Uenocho (3), Minoh Gein (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Higo Bridge?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Higo Bridge?
Higo Bridge 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.