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Iwakuni Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iwakuni, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Iwakuni saw its most recent black bear report on April 29, 2026 at 16:10 in 本郷町波野, where 1 bear was spotted. Earlier in the same stretch, bears were also reported in 美和町阿賀 on April 27, 2026 at 09:00, in 川西三丁目 on April 12, 2026 at 18:55, and in 周東町川上 on April 7, 2026 at 10:10.
The activity is spread across Iwakuni, with repeated reports in 美和町, 川西, and 周東町, plus multiple sightings inside the city area itself. The busiest months in the record were November 2024 with 10 incidents and October 2025 with 9, followed by several other active months, and Iwakuni has recorded 320 black bear sightings overall.
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12月だけで6件も出てるのか。美和町周辺に集中してるのは、何か食べ物があるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwakuni
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwakuni?
Iwakuni has recorded 320 bear incidents in total, with 8 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 Iwakuni?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwakuni 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 Iwakuni?
Recent bear sightings in Iwakuni have been concentrated in Iwakuni 入野 (11), Iwakuni 美和町生見 (7), Iwakuni 美和町下畑 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwakuni?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 8 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Iwakuni?
Iwakuni 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.