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Yonezawa Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Yonezawa
Yonezawa had a Black Bear report in Yonezawa Iritazawa on August 13, 2026. There were 13 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. Reports are at the same level as the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Yonezawa, Yonezawa Osawa, and Yonezawa Banseicho-Katako. The area has 1,116 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yonezawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yonezawa?
Yonezawa has recorded 1,116 bear incidents in total, with 13 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Yonezawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Yonezawa was on August 13, 2026 in Yonezawa Iritazawa, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yonezawa?
Recent bear sightings in Yonezawa have been concentrated in Yonezawa Sekine (23), Yonezawa Misawa (9), Yonezawa Banseicho-Kariyasu (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yonezawa?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 13 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Yonezawa?
Yonezawa 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.