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Sumiyoshi River Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Sumiyoshi River
Sumiyoshi River had a Black Bear report in Kobe Arimachō on July 9, 2026. There were 1 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are centered on Kobe Arimachō. The area has 9 recorded incidents in total.
Sumiyoshi River Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sumiyoshi River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sumiyoshi River?
Sumiyoshi River has recorded 9 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 Sumiyoshi River?
The most recent bear sighting in Sumiyoshi River was on July 8, 2026 in Kobe Arimachō, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sumiyoshi River?
Recent bear sightings in Sumiyoshi River have been concentrated in Nishinomiya Najio-akasaka (2), Nishinomiya Shiosecho-Najio (2), Kobe Arimachō (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sumiyoshi River?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sumiyoshi River?
Sumiyoshi River 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.