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Tabayama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tabayama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tabayama had a black bear reported in Okuaki at 00:30 on November 16, 2025, the latest sighting in the area. That same neighborhood has also seen another report on August 8, 2025, so Okuaki has been active more than once.
The busiest stretch has been November 2025, when reports clustered around Okuaki, 鴨沢, and お祭, with 6 sightings in that month alone. Across Tabayama, black bears have been recorded 16 times, and the activity has also reached Oshigaito, Kamigumi, and other parts of the town, with earlier peaks in July 2024 at 3 and August 2024 at 2.
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Okuaki area keeps coming up over and over in these reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tabayama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tabayama?
Tabayama has 16 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 Tabayama?
The most recent bear sighting in Tabayama was on November 15, 2025 in Tabayama Okuaki, Tokyo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tabayama?
Recent bear sightings in Tabayama have been concentrated in Tabayama Okuaki (7), Tabayama 鴨沢 (2), Tabayama お祭 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tabayama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tabayama?
Tabayama 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.