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Ōe Bridge Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ōe Bridge, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ōe Bridge has been seeing black bear activity that feels close and immediate: on April 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. in Minoh Gein 3-chome, one bear watched a person from halfway up a slope and gave a low growl while water ran on the right and the hillside rose on the left. That is the most recent report, and it is the kind that reminds hikers these bears are still moving through the valley edges here.
The most active stretch has been around Ibaraki City and Minoh City, with repeated reports in Ibaraki Uenocho, Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome, Saito Asagi 3-chome, Minoh Nishishoji 4-chome, and Minoh Minoo 7-chome. Activity has peaked in September 2024 with 3 reports, tied with July 2023 and July 2022, and the area has logged 19 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ōe Bridge
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ōe Bridge?
Ōe Bridge has recorded 19 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 Ōe Bridge?
The most recent bear sighting in Ōe 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 Ōe Bridge?
Recent bear sightings in Ōe 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 Ōe Bridge?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ōe Bridge?
Ōe 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.