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Hikari Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hikari, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hikari’s most recent black bear report came on December 13, 2025 at 17:02 in Hikari 大字岩田, where 1 black bear was seen. That is the latest sign that bears are still moving through the area.
The activity has shown up most often in Hikari 大字塩田, Hikari 大字小周防, and Hikari 三井 neighborhoods, with reports also coming from Hikari 大字束荷, Hikari 上島田八丁目, and Hikari 室積東ノ庄. Reports peaked in June 2024 with 3 incidents, while November 2024, October 2024, and September 2024 each saw 2 incidents, and Hikari has recorded 24 black bear sightings overall.
Hikari Bear Incident Map
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光市大字塩田で11月に2日連続で出没してるのか、同じ個体が居着いてるのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hikari
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hikari?
Hikari has 24 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 Hikari?
The most recent bear sighting in Hikari was on December 13, 2025 in Hikari 大字岩田, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hikari?
Recent bear sightings in Hikari have been concentrated in Hikari 大字塩田 (4), Hikari 大字小周防 (4), Hikari 大字岩田 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hikari?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Hikari?
Hikari 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.