Mountains & Hiking · Wakayama
Mount Kōya Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Kōya
Mount Kōya had a Black Bear report in Kudoyama 大字笠木 on July 10, 2026. There were 1 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are centered on Kudoyama 大字笠木. The area has 11 recorded incidents in total.
Mount Kōya Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Mount Kōya
Nearby Areas
Comments (0)
No comments yet.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Kōya
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Kōya?
Mount Kōya has recorded 11 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Kōya?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Kōya was on July 4, 2026 in Kōya Koyasan, Wakayama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Kōya?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Kōya have been concentrated in Nosegawa Kitamata (3), Nosegawa (2), Kōya Koyasan (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Kōya?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Kōya?
Mount Kōya 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.