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Mount Aonegamine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Aonegamine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Aonegamine saw its most striking recent report on April 5, 2026 at Yoshino, where a jet black black bear over 1 meter in body length came down from the slope onto the forest road, ran across it, and disappeared back down the slope. That kind of close road crossing is exactly why hikers have been seeing this area as active.
The activity is strongest around Yoshino and Oyodo, with other reports also coming from Tenkawa Dorogawa, Gojo Nishiyoshinocho Karato, Shimoichi Achiga, Higashiyoshino Ogawa, and Kurotaki Nagase. Sightings peaked in December 2025 with 19 reports, stayed high in November 2025 with 13, and then continued through January 2026 with 6 and March 2026 with 2; this area has recorded 66 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Aonegamine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Aonegamine?
Mount Aonegamine has 66 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Mount Aonegamine?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Aonegamine was on April 4, 2026 in Yoshino, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Aonegamine?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Aonegamine have been concentrated in Shimoichi Zengi (6), Shimoichi Yomura (6), Shimoichi Saitani (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Aonegamine?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Aonegamine?
Mount Aonegamine 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.