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Suō Ōshima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Suō Ōshima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Suō Ōshima is seeing a fresh run of black bear activity, with the latest report coming from Hirao Saga at 1:30 on November 17, 2025, where 1 black bear was seen. Another recent sighting came from Yanai Hizumi at 1:30 on November 14, 2025, and the area has now recorded 39 black bear sightings overall.
The busiest places have been around Yanai, including Yanai Asahigaoka, Yanai 大畠, and nearby Iwakuni 由宇町千鳥ヶ丘二丁目, while activity has been strongest in November 2025 with 5 reports and October 2025 with 3. Reports also reached September 2025 with 2 and June 2025 with 1, showing that sightings have kept coming across several months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Suō Ōshima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Suō Ōshima?
Suō Ōshima has 39 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 Suō Ōshima?
The most recent bear sighting in Suō Ōshima was on November 16, 2025 in Hirao Saga, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Suō Ōshima?
Recent bear sightings in Suō Ōshima have been concentrated in Yanai (13), Yanai 大畠 (2), Iwakuni 由宇町千鳥ヶ丘二丁目 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Suō Ōshima?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Suō Ōshima?
Suō Ōshima 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.