Mountains & Hiking · Toyama
Kekachi yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kekachi yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kekachi yama has just seen a black bear cub caught in a box trap near Unazuki Onsen in Kurobe City on January 20, 2026, shortly after multiple sightings had been reported there on January 19 and earlier on the 20th. The cub was a female about 73 centimeters long, and the trapping followed a search that was launched after the morning sighting.
The busiest parts of this area have been Unazuki Onsen, Tateyama, and Uozu 平沢, where sightings have kept turning up in recent months. Activity has been heaviest in April 2025 with 4 incidents, July 2024 with 4, September 2024 with 4, and September 2025 with 3, while Kekachi yama has recorded 114 black bear sightings overall.
Kekachi yama Bear Incident Map
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114件か、相当多いな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kekachi yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kekachi yama?
Kekachi yama has 114 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 Kekachi yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Kekachi yama was on January 20, 2026 in Unazuki Onsen, Kurobe City, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kekachi yama?
Recent bear sightings in Kekachi yama have been concentrated in Kurobe (60), Uozu 平沢 (12), Tateyama (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kekachi yama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kekachi yama?
Kekachi yama 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.