Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Mount Madarao Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Madarao, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On April 30, 2026, a black bear was reported in Iizuna Hiraide, and it was an adult. Nearby, Iiyama Hachisu also had an adult bear on April 29, 2026, showing that the most recent activity has stayed close to settled areas.
The busiest places in this area have been Myoko, Shinano Kashiwabara, Kijimadaira, Iizuna, and Iiyama, with reports in fields, along roads, and near the woods at the edge of town. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 61 incidents, then stayed high in July 2025 with 59 and November 2025 with 35, while the total number of 579 black bear sightings recorded here shows how persistent the presence has been.
Mount Madarao Bear Incident Map
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310件って相当な数だな。12月だけでもこれだけ報告されてるのに。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Madarao
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Madarao?
Mount Madarao has recorded 579 bear incidents in total, with 18 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Madarao?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Madarao was on April 29, 2026 in Iizuna Hiraide, 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 Madarao?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Madarao have been concentrated in Myoko 大字坂口新田 (6), Kijimadaira Kamikijima (6), Shinano Furuma (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Madarao?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 18 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Madarao?
Mount Madarao 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.