Wakayama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Wakayama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Wakayama’s latest black bear sign came on April 8, 2026, in Hidakagawa Town’s Aikawa district, where police found bear like tracks. Just three days earlier, on April 5, 2026 at 09:30, a black bear was seen in Hashimoto City’s Sugio, keeping the spring trailhead alert high.
The most active areas have been Tanabe City, Wakayama City, Kamitonda, Hashimoto, and Hidakagawa, with the busiest stretch landing in November 2025 at 8 reports, followed by October 2025 with 5 and December 2025 with 1. Wakayama has recorded 17 black bear sightings overall, and the recent cluster shows the bears have been moving through both mountain communities and places close to town.
Wakayama Bear Incident Map
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Wakayama Monthly Bear Activity Trend
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November alone has 8 reports across Tanabe and Wakayama City, all within two weeks of each other.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Wakayama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Wakayama?
Wakayama has recorded 17 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Wakayama?
The most recent bear sighting in Wakayama was on April 7, 2026 in Hidakagawa 大字愛川, Wakayama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Wakayama?
Recent bear sightings in Wakayama have been concentrated in Hidakagawa 大字愛川 (1), Hashimoto Sugio (1), Inami (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Wakayama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Wakayama?
Wakayama 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.