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Mount Echigo-Komagatake Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Echigo-Komagatake, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Echigo-Komagatake saw a black bear cub on December 19, 2025 at 7:55 p.m. in Uonuma Yunotani imogawa, and after being spotted it moved back into the mountains. Earlier that same day in Uonuma Yunotani imogawa, another young bear was seen on the edge of a paddy field beside the road, with an adult bear also nearby, and both headed toward the mountains.
Most of the activity has been concentrated in Uonuma Yunotani imogawa and Minamiuonuma Yamaguchi, with persimmon trees, municipal roads, and field edges showing up again and again in the reports. The pace has been busiest in October 2025 with 76 incidents and November 2025 with 40, then still steady in December 2025 with 10, and the area has logged 476 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Echigo-Komagatake Bear Incident Map
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12月だけで湯之谷芋川に3日連続で子クマが出てるんだ、同じ個体なのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Echigo-Komagatake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Echigo-Komagatake?
Mount Echigo-Komagatake has 476 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 Echigo-Komagatake?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Echigo-Komagatake was on December 19, 2025 in Uonuma Yunotani-imogawa, Niigata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Echigo-Komagatake?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Echigo-Komagatake have been concentrated in Minamiuonuma Osaki (12), Uonuma Yunotani-imogawa (10), Uonuma Oyuonsen (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Echigo-Komagatake?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Echigo-Komagatake?
Mount Echigo-Komagatake 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.