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Mount Mikuni (Gifu) Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Mikuni (Gifu), compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Mikuni (Gifu) has recently seen a black bear incident on April 22, 2026, when calls from at least 2 bears were heard below the observation deck cliff in Toyota, Nishi Ichinonocho. The exact number was unclear, but the calls came from the same area and were distinct enough to suggest more than one animal.
The broader pattern around this mountain shows the most activity in Toyota, Seto, and Toki, with reports also reaching Tajimi. Activity has been strongest in July 2025, when 3 incidents were reported, and earlier in April 2023, when 3 incidents were also recorded; this area has logged 60 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Mikuni (Gifu) Bear Incident Map
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five reports just in the last few months across Seto, Toyota, and Toki. is this the normal pattern for this area, or has activity picked up?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Mikuni (Gifu)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Mikuni (Gifu)?
Mount Mikuni (Gifu) has recorded 60 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 Mikuni (Gifu)?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Mikuni (Gifu) was on April 22, 2026 in Toyota 西市野々町, Aichi, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Mikuni (Gifu)?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Mikuni (Gifu) have been concentrated in Toki (11), Toki 鶴里町柿野 (5), Toki 曽木町 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Mikuni (Gifu)?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Mikuni (Gifu)?
Mount Mikuni (Gifu) 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.