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Mount Hachimantai Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Hachimantai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On April 23, 2026, a black bear was reported near Ōbadani chi in Kazuno, about 5.5 km from the Tamagawa Onsen No.1 parking lot toward Kazuno. The bear was on a snowy slope, noticed a car, panicked, and ran uphill toward Tamagawa Onsen, which is the sharpest recent reminder of how close these animals are coming to the roadway here.
The busiest places have been around Kazuno, with more activity also appearing in Semboku Tazawako Tamagawa. The pressure built hardest in September 2025, when the area saw 12 reports, and stayed active through August 2025 with 9 and October 2025 with 5, after quieter stretches in November 2025 with 2 and April 2026 with 2. Across Mount Hachimantai, there have been 80 black bear sightings in total.
Mount Hachimantai Bear Incident Map
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9月から11月にかけて鹿角市で集中してるけど、親子連れの目撃が相当多いのが気になる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Hachimantai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Hachimantai?
Mount Hachimantai has recorded 80 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Mount Hachimantai?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Hachimantai was on November 8, 2025 in Kazuno, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Hachimantai?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Hachimantai have been concentrated in Kazuno (22), Kazuno 坂比平 (20), Hachimantai (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Hachimantai?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Hachimantai?
Mount Hachimantai 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.