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Tenjin River Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tenjin River, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tenjin River was most recently marked by claw marks on the door of a pear-storage shed in Yurihama Ueshi on October 29, 2025, a clear sign that a black bear had been close to stored fruit and buildings. That same area also had another black bear report at the same hour, showing how the Yurihama side has been drawing repeated attention.
Around Tenjin River, the busiest areas in the record include Yurihama, Misasa Ogochi, Misasa Fukuyoshi, Misasa Imaizumi, and Misasa Katashiba, with activity clustering near riverbanks, farmland, roadsides, and mountain slopes. The monthly pattern shows the most reports in October 2025, September 2025, August 2025, May 2025, and April 2025, each with 2 incidents, and the area has logged 74 black bear sightings in all.
Tenjin River Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tenjin River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tenjin River?
Tenjin River has 74 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 Tenjin River?
The most recent bear sighting in Tenjin River was on October 29, 2025 in Yurihama Ueshi, Tottori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tenjin River?
Recent bear sightings in Tenjin River have been concentrated in Misasa Yoshida (9), Misasa Katashiba (4), Misasa Kamada (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tenjin River?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tenjin River?
Tenjin 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.