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Mount Hotakadake Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Hotakadake
Mount Hotakadake had a Black Bear report in Matsumoto on July 30, 2026. There were 60 incidents in the past 30 days, including 13 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are centered on Matsumoto. The area has 305 recorded incidents in total.
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Takayama keeps appearing in these reports, five times since late September alone.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Hotakadake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Hotakadake?
Mount Hotakadake has recorded 305 bear incidents in total, with 60 reported in the last 30 days and 13 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 Hotakadake?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Hotakadake was on July 30, 2026 in Matsumoto, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Hotakadake?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Hotakadake have been concentrated in Matsumoto (119), Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷一重ヶ根 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Hotakadake?
Activity has slowed. 13 incidents in the last 7 days, 60 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Hotakadake?
Mount Hotakadake 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.