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Mount Kusatsu-Shirane Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Kusatsu-Shirane, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Kusatsu-Shirane saw a black bear in Takayama Okuyamada on April 22, 2026, and the bear was a juvenile. That follows a juvenile sighting in Takayama on April 13, 2026, and an adult bear in Takayama on April 19, 2026, so the area is still seeing fresh activity this spring.
The most active places in this record are Takayama, Nakanojo Iriyama, and Kusatsu, with reports also reaching Sano, Yamanouchi Town near an elementary school route in December 2025. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 17 reports, then stayed busy in July 2025 with 11 and remained active in November 2025 with 6, while Mount Kusatsu-Shirane has logged 183 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Kusatsu-Shirane Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Kusatsu-Shirane
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Kusatsu-Shirane?
Mount Kusatsu-Shirane has recorded 183 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Kusatsu-Shirane?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Kusatsu-Shirane was on April 21, 2026 in Takayama Okuyamada, 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 Kusatsu-Shirane?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Kusatsu-Shirane have been concentrated in Yamanouchi (31), Yamanouchi Hasuike (15), Takayama Okuyamada (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Kusatsu-Shirane?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Kusatsu-Shirane?
Mount Kusatsu-Shirane 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.