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Sand Museum Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sand Museum, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sand Museum saw its latest black bear report on April 26, 2026, when 1 bear was observed moving from the municipal road Sakon Kiyochinai Line up into the mountains on the east side in Tottori. In January 2026, a bear was also seen moving toward the mountains from the road in Iwami Nii and Arai, Iwami Town, Tottori Prefecture, showing that bears are still moving along the road edges here.
The busiest stretches have been around Iwami, especially Iwami 平野 and nearby Otani and Kawasaki, where repeated reports have come from roadsides, tree cover, and the mountain edge. Activity peaked in August 2025 with 14 incidents, stayed high in July 2025 with 12, and remained active through September 2025, October 2025, November 2025, and December 2025. This area has logged 350 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sand Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sand Museum?
Sand Museum has recorded 350 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 Sand Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Sand Museum was on April 26, 2026 in Tottori, Tottori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sand Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Sand Museum have been concentrated in Iwami 平野 (6), Tottori (5), Tottori 細川 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sand Museum?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sand Museum?
Sand Museum 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.