Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Gaki take Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gaki take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Gaki take has been seeing fresh black bear activity in Ōmachi and nearby Azumino. The most recent report came on April 22, 2026, when 1 adult black bear was sighted in Ōmachi, and another adult was reported there on April 21, 2026.
Most of the action is centered on Ōmachi, with additional sightings in Azumino and Matsukawa. Activity peaked in June 2025 with 56 incidents, and stayed heavy in October 2025 and November 2025 with 45 incidents each, before easing into December 2025 with 1 report; this area has logged 240 black bear sightings overall.
Gaki take Bear Incident Map
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Four sightings on November 19 alone.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gaki take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gaki take?
Gaki take has recorded 240 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Gaki take?
The most recent bear sighting in Gaki take was on April 21, 2026 in Ōmachi, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Gaki take?
Recent bear sightings in Gaki take have been concentrated in Ōmachi (90), Matsukawa (6), Azumino (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gaki take?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Gaki take?
Gaki take 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.