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Misasa Onsen Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Misasa Onsen, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Misasa Onsen saw its most recent black bear trouble on October 29, 2025 at Yurihama Ueshi, where a bear left claw marks on the door of a pear storage shed. Earlier in the season, bears were also reported at Yurihama Uno on September 15, Misasa Ogochi on August 18, Misasa Fukuyoshi on July 25, and Misasa Imaizumi on May 19, showing that the activity has kept reaching the edges of farms, slopes, and riverside ground.
The busiest places in this area include Yurihama Ueshi, Yurihama Uno, and parts of Misasa, with incidents turning up around storage sheds, farmland, road slopes, and sandy riverbanks. The monthly rhythm is steady rather than quiet, with 2 reports each in October 2025, September 2025, August 2025, July 2025, May 2025, and April 2025, plus 1 in January 2025. Across 94 black bear sightings in Misasa Onsen, the pattern is a persistent presence rather than an isolated event.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Misasa Onsen
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Misasa Onsen?
Misasa Onsen has 94 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 Misasa Onsen?
The most recent bear sighting in Misasa Onsen 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 Misasa Onsen?
Recent bear sightings in Misasa Onsen have been concentrated in Misasa Yoshida (9), Tottori Sajicho-Tochiwara (5), Misasa Katashiba (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Misasa Onsen?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Misasa Onsen?
Misasa 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.