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Mitsukejima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mitsukejima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mitsukejima’s latest black bear report came on November 11, 2025 in Noto Kunishige, where a bear was sighted on the way from Yanagita Botanical Garden toward Kogi. A second sighting was logged there just a minute earlier, on the way from Yanagida Botanical Park toward Ogi, showing that this part of the area is still getting very recent attention.
The most active stretches have been around Noto Kunishige, Noto Nunoura, Noto Fukumitsu, and Noto Koiji, with July 2021 standing out as the busiest month at 9 reports, followed by August 2021 with 4 and October 2021 with 5. Across Mitsukejima, there have been 34 black bear sightings in all, with activity recurring into May 2024 and June 2024, and then again in November 2025.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mitsukejima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mitsukejima?
Mitsukejima has 34 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 Mitsukejima?
The most recent bear sighting in Mitsukejima was on November 10, 2025 in Noto Kunishige, Ishikawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mitsukejima?
Recent bear sightings in Mitsukejima have been concentrated in Noto Fujinami (4), Noto Kunishige (3), Noto Nunoura (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mitsukejima?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mitsukejima?
Mitsukejima 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.