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Okura Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Okura, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Okura’s latest black bear report came from Okura Aikai on November 13, 2025 at 4:20 PM, when a single bear was seen there. Earlier in November, another bear was reported in Okura Shimizu on November 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM, showing that the animals are still moving through the village edges after dark.
The busiest ground is in Okura, especially Shimizu and Aikai, where reports keep turning up around homes and settlement areas. Activity has peaked in July 2025 with 39 incidents, then stayed heavy in October 2025 with 24 and September 2025 with 16, and the area has recorded 110 black bear sightings overall.
Okura Bear Incident Map
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大蔵村だけで110件て、相当な出没数だ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Okura
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Okura?
Okura has 110 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 Okura?
The most recent bear sighting in Okura was on November 30, 2025 in residence grounds in Yamagata Prefecture, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Okura?
Recent bear sightings in Okura have been concentrated in Okura Shimizu (30), Okura Aikai (27), Okura Akamatsu (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Okura?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Okura?
Okura 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.