Mountains & Hiking · Yamanashi
Mount Aino Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Aino, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Aino has seen 9 black bear sightings recorded here, and the most recent was on 2024-09-12 20:00 at Hayakawa Narada where one black bear was seen. Activity has been steadier in the summer months with visible clusters in 2024-07 and 2023-07, and no other recent locations beyond those listed.
Lately the action is concentrated at Hayakawa Narada and the Minami-Alps area with multiple evening and overnight sightings, including two bears on 2023-07-04 21:20 at Minami-Alps Ashiyasu-ashikura. Key numbers to note from the log are 9 total sightings, 2024-07 with 2 sightings, and 2024-09 with 1 sighting.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Aino
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Aino?
Mount Aino has 9 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 Mount Aino?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Aino was on September 12, 2024 in Hayakawa Narada, Yamanashi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Aino?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Aino have been concentrated in Minami-Alps (4), Hayakawa Narada (3), Minami-Alps Ashiyasu-ashikura (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Aino?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Aino?
Mount Aino 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.