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Wakō Museum Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Wakō Museum, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Wakō Museum’s latest bear report comes from Yasugi Hakutacho Ijiri, where on April 24, 2026 at around 5:30 a.m., a juvenile black bear about 50 cm long was seen near Tenmangu Shrine. Another bear was also recorded in Yasugi Hakutacho Hinami on April 21, 2026, when an adult about 70 to 80 cm long was sighted on a municipal road near Hiba yama Kume Shrine in Yokoya.
Across this area, the most active places have been Yasugi City, Matsue City, and Yonago City, with many reports tied to neighborhoods and shrines, gardens, and persimmon trees. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 10 incidents, then stayed busy in November 2025 with 6, and the full record here now stands at 54 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Wakō Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Wakō Museum?
Wakō Museum has recorded 54 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Wakō Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Wakō Museum was on April 23, 2026 in Yasugi Hakutacho-Ijiri, Shimane, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Wakō Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Wakō Museum have been concentrated in Yonago Yodoecho-Fukuoka (3), Yasugi Hakutacho-Ijiri (2), Yasugi Hakutacho-Hinami (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Wakō Museum?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Wakō Museum?
Wakō 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.