Cities & Towns · Yamanashi
Kai Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kai’s most recent black bear report came from Kamiashizawa on January 16, 2026 at 7:30, when 1 black bear was seen there. That sighting keeps Kai on alert after a very recent run of reports in the same broad area.
The most active places in this record are Kamiashizawa, Godo, Ushiku, Shimofukuzawa, Ryuo, and Okubo, with reports also reaching Ushikui, Kai City and one nearby case in Nirasaki Hosakamachi Yanagidaira. Activity peaks in October, which had 2 reports in 2025 and 4 in 2020, while the area has logged 13 black bear sightings overall.
Kai Bear Incident Map
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2025年だけで5件も報告されてるから、相当増えてるんだなという印象。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kai?
Kai has 13 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 Kai?
The most recent bear sighting in Kai was on January 15, 2026 in Kai Kamiashizawa, Yamanashi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kai?
Recent bear sightings in Kai have been concentrated in Kai Kamiashizawa (2), Kai Godo (2), Kai Ryuji (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kai?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kai?
Kai 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.