Yamaguchi Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yamaguchi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yamaguchi's latest black bear report came on April 29, 2026 at 16:10 in Iwakuni 本郷町波野, where a single bear was seen. Just before that, Yamaguchi City had repeated sightings in 鋳銭司 on April 26, 2026 and another report on April 27, 2026, showing that bears are still moving through the city edge and roadside slopes.
The busiest stretch in the recent record is around November 2025, when activity reached 69 sightings, with October 2025 also high at 63, and even December 2025 stayed heavy at 40. Shunan, Yamaguchi, Iwakuni, and Hofu are the most active areas in the recent reports, and Yamaguchi has logged 1,127 black bear sightings overall.
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Yamaguchi Monthly Bear Activity Trend
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yamaguchi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yamaguchi?
Yamaguchi has recorded 1,127 bear incidents in total, with 28 reported in the last 30 days and 13 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 Yamaguchi?
The most recent bear sighting in Yamaguchi was on April 29, 2026 in Iwakuni 本郷町波野, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yamaguchi?
Recent bear sightings in Yamaguchi have been concentrated in Iwakuni (8), Yamaguchi Atojifukukami (7), Shunan (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yamaguchi?
Activity is elevated. 13 of the 28 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Yamaguchi?
Yamaguchi 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.