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Mogami Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mogami, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mogami’s most recent black bear report came from Wakamiya, where 1 bear was seen on November 21 at 4:00 PM. That sighting was followed by two more in Wakamiya on November 18 at 4:35 PM and in Tomisawa on November 9 at 8:30 PM, showing that bear activity is still reaching settled areas.
The busiest places have been Tomisawa, Wakamiya, Honjo, and Mitsuzawa, with reports clustering around the edges of town and near nearby hamlets. Activity peaked in September 2025 with 36 incidents and stayed high in July 2025 with 31 and October 2025 with 28, while Mogami has recorded 152 black bear sightings overall.
Mogami Bear Incident Map
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Wakamiya had reports three days apart in late November, that's a tight window.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mogami
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mogami?
Mogami has 152 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 Mogami?
The most recent bear sighting in Mogami was on November 21, 2025 in Mogami Wakamiya, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mogami?
Recent bear sightings in Mogami have been concentrated in Mogami Tomisawa (22), Mogami Honjo (14), Mogami Sakaida (13). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mogami?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mogami?
Mogami 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.