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Kudamatsu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kudamatsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kudamatsu saw a black bear on December 25, 2025, when a passerby found 1 bear walking on a municipal road in Shimotani, Kudamatsu City and reported it to the Yonekawa police substation of the Kudamatsu Police Station. Another bear was also reported in Kudamatsu Oaza Shimotani that same day, which shows the Shimotani area staying active.
The most active stretch has been around Oaza Shimotani, with other repeated reports in Wakamiya Town, Ikunoya Minami 2 Chome, Oaza Nakasu Minami, and Oaza Ikunoya. Activity has peaked in May 2025 with 4 reports, while December 2025 has already reached 3, and the area has recorded 40 black bear sightings overall.
Kudamatsu Bear Incident Map
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下松市で40件も出てるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kudamatsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kudamatsu?
Kudamatsu has 40 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 Kudamatsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Kudamatsu was on December 24, 2025 in Shimotani, Kudamatsu City, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kudamatsu?
Recent bear sightings in Kudamatsu have been concentrated in Kudamatsu 大字下谷 (15), Kudamatsu 大字中須南 (5), Kudamatsu 大字切山 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kudamatsu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kudamatsu?
Kudamatsu 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.