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Mount Kawakami Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Kawakami, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On November 20, 2025 at 23:00, a black bear was reported in Takayama 久々野町無数河, the most recent incident in Mount Kawakami. The next newest reports also landed close behind, with another bear sighting in Gero on November 9, 2025 and a smaller bear seen in Takayama on November 6, 2025.
The activity is centered around Takayama and Gero, with repeated reports in those areas through October and November. October 2025 was the busiest month with 14 incidents, while November 2025 had 4, and the area has recorded 285 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Kawakami Bear Incident Map
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Late October in Gero had reports almost every day, mostly around Hagiwaracho.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Kawakami
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Kawakami?
Mount Kawakami has 285 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 Kawakami?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Kawakami was on November 20, 2025 in Takayama 久々野町無数河, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Kawakami?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Kawakami have been concentrated in Takayama (38), Takayama 久々野町無数河 (10), Gero Hagiwaracho-Osaki (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Kawakami?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Kawakami?
Mount Kawakami 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.