Cities & Towns · Yamagata
Iide Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iide, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Iide's most recent bear report came on January 12, 2026 in Iide Hagyu, where 1 juvenile black bear was seen around a house. Another juvenile was reported in Iide Tsubaki on January 11, 2026, and Iide Hagyu came up again on January 7, 2026, showing that bears are still moving through the edge of human habitation.
The activity is concentrated in Iide Hagyu and Iide Tsubaki, with even the school grounds at Tenoko Elementary School showing bear tracks in December 2025. The pace was heaviest in October 2025 with 36 incidents, then November 2025 with 16, while December 2025 saw 10 and January 2026 has already logged 3; across Iide, the total stands at 177 black bear sightings.
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Iide Hagyu and Tsubaki keep appearing in the reports, but the last few weeks show juveniles hitting schools and town areas almost daily.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iide
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iide?
Iide has 177 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 Iide?
The most recent bear sighting in Iide was on January 12, 2026 in Iide Hagyu, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iide?
Recent bear sightings in Iide have been concentrated in Iide Naka (16), Iide Tenoko (14), Iide Hagyu (12). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iide?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Iide?
Iide 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.