Cities & Towns · Yamaguchi
Tabuse Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tabuse, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kumage Tabuse Town has seen 8 black bear sightings so far, with the most recent incident on 2024-12-09 in Tabuse Kawanishi where one black bear was recorded at 01:30. It has been quiet for much of the year but that late December sighting is the latest activity in town.
Recent action is centered in Tabuse Hano and nearby neighborhoods with multiple sightings earlier in the year, including Tabuse Kamitabuse, Tabuse Shukui, and Tabuse Ohano. The monthly counts show small clusters in 2024-06 with 2 sightings and single sightings in 2024-07, 2024-05, 2023-06, and 2023-05.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tabuse
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tabuse?
Tabuse has 8 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 Tabuse?
The most recent bear sighting in Tabuse was on December 8, 2024 in Tabuse Kawanishi, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tabuse?
Recent bear sightings in Tabuse have been concentrated in Tabuse Hano (3), Tabuse Kawanishi (1), Tabuse Kamitabuse (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tabuse?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tabuse?
Tabuse 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.