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Nakaumi Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nakaumi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nakaumi’s latest black bear report came from Yasugi Hakutacho Ijiri on April 24, 2026 at 5:30 a.m., when a juvenile bear about 50 cm long was seen near Tenmangu Shrine. Just three days earlier, on April 21, 2026 at 10:30 a.m., another bear about 70 to 80 cm long was spotted near Hiba yama Kume Shrine in Yasugi Hakutacho Hinami, showing that bears are still moving through settled places and road edges in this area.
Most of the activity has centered on Yasugi City and Matsue City, especially around shrine grounds, municipal roads, and residential edges in Hakuta cho, Higashi Izumo cho, and nearby communities. The pace has been heaviest in December 2025, with 3 sightings, and there were also 2 in November 2025 and 3 in August 2025, out of 20 black bear sightings overall in Nakaumi.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nakaumi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nakaumi?
Nakaumi has recorded 20 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Nakaumi?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakaumi was on April 23, 2026 in Yasugi Hakutacho-Ijiri, Shimane, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nakaumi?
Recent bear sightings in Nakaumi have been concentrated in Yasugi Hakutacho-Ijiri (2), Yasugi Hakutacho-Hinami (2), Matsue Higashiizumocho-Kamiito (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakaumi?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nakaumi?
Nakaumi 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.