Mountains & Hiking · Gunma
Mount Haruna Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Haruna, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Haruna saw a black bear reported in Takasaki on April 25, 2026, with another sighting in Higashiagatsuma at 11:00 that same day, and a fresh report from April 28, 2026 in Higashiagatsuma. The area has also seen bears near Shibukawa and Takasaki, which keeps these foothill communities on alert.
The busiest stretch came in May 2025 with 14 incidents, followed by July 2025 with 12, November 2025 with 11, and June 2025 with 10. Since then, reports have continued into January 2026, February 2026, and March 2026, and Mount Haruna has recorded 162 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Haruna Bear Incident Map
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榛名山周辺で156件も出没報告があるのか、相当な数だな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Haruna
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Haruna?
Mount Haruna has recorded 162 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Haruna?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Haruna was on April 28, 2026 in Higashiagatsuma, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Haruna?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Haruna have been concentrated in Takasaki (19), Higashiagatsuma (10), Shibukawa 伊香保町伊香保 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Haruna?
Activity is elevated. 4 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Haruna?
Mount Haruna 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.