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Miho no Matsubara Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Miho no Matsubara, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Miho no Matsubara, the most recent black bear report came on March 5, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. in Shizuoka Takayama, where 1 black bear was sighted. Just before that, another bear was reported in the same Takayama area on March 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., showing that the activity there is continuing.
The heaviest activity has been clustered in Shizuoka city areas such as Takayama, Hirose, Yamagiri, Umegaya, Sotobamachi, Yamagiri, and Gojima, with a notable cluster around the Shin Tomei Expressway Shimizu Ihara Interchange in Shimizu Ward and Yamagiri. The area has recorded 81 black bear sightings in all, and the monthly totals were highest in November 2025 with 11, while December 2025 had 7 and January 2026 had 6.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Miho no Matsubara
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Miho no Matsubara?
Miho no Matsubara has 81 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 Miho no Matsubara?
The most recent bear sighting in Miho no Matsubara was on March 5, 2026 in Shizuoka 高山, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Miho no Matsubara?
Recent bear sightings in Miho no Matsubara have been concentrated in Shizuoka 広瀬 (5), Shizuoka 小河内 (4), Shizuoka 梅ヶ谷 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Miho no Matsubara?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Miho no Matsubara?
Miho no Matsubara 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.