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Mount Daibosatsu Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Daibosatsu
Mount Daibosatsu had a Black Bear report in Otsuki on July 24, 2026. There were 16 incidents in the past 30 days, including 1 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Tabayama Honose, Kosuge, and Otsuki. The area has 116 recorded incidents in total.
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5月20日のAM1時くらいの夜中にバイクで大菩薩峠を走ってたんですが、頂上付近にデカい熊と遭遇しました。
3分くらい対峙して、アクセル吹かしたりホーン鳴らしまくったら退いてくれたのでフルスロットルで逃げ切りました。
楽天モバイルは圏外だったので通報とかはしませんでした。
Kosuge has had multiple reports in just the past week, which is a lot of activity concentrated in one small area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Daibosatsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Daibosatsu?
Mount Daibosatsu has recorded 116 bear incidents in total, with 16 reported in the last 30 days and 1 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Mount Daibosatsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Daibosatsu was on July 24, 2026 in Otsuki, 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 Daibosatsu?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Daibosatsu have been concentrated in Koshu (15), Tabayama Okuaki (9), Otsuki (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Daibosatsu?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 16 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Daibosatsu?
Mount Daibosatsu 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.