Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
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 May 11, 2026. No new incidents have been reported in the past 30 days. Recent activity is quiet, but this area has many past records. The area has 169 recorded incidents in total.
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Mount Hotakadake Bear Incident Map
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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 169 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 Hotakadake?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Hotakadake was on May 11, 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 Takayama (88), Matsumoto (15), Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷村上 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Hotakadake?
No recent activity to assess.
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.