Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Mount Minamikoma Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Minamikoma, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Minamikoma saw its most recent black bear report on April 22, 2026, when an adult was spotted in Iijima in 飯島. That followed another adult sighting in Komagane Akaho on April 6, 2026, with Komagane also on the map again on March 27, 2026.
The activity is concentrated around Komagane, Iijima, Agematsu, Ookuwa, Nakagawa, and Miyada, with Komagane standing out for repeated reports, including a bear and cub on November 18, 2025. The pace was heaviest in June 2024 with 10 reports, then July 2024, August 2024, and October 2025 with 6 each, while the area has logged 54 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Minamikoma Bear Incident Map
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南駒ヶ岳周辺で51件も出没報告があるってずいぶん多いんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Minamikoma
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Minamikoma?
Mount Minamikoma has recorded 54 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Minamikoma?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Minamikoma was on April 21, 2026 in Iijima 飯島, 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 Minamikoma?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Minamikoma have been concentrated in Ookuwa (20), Komagane (5), Agematsu (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Minamikoma?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Minamikoma?
Mount Minamikoma 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.