Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Mount Hōken Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Hōken, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Hōken saw a black bear, a juvenile, in Kiso on April 23, 2026, and that is the most recent report in the area. Other recent encounters include adult bears in Komagane Akaho on April 6, 2026, and Komagane on March 27, 2026.
The busiest places have been Komagane and Agematsu, with additional reports in Ina Masumigaoka and Miyada. Activity peaked in June 2025 with 19 incidents and again in September 2024 with 18, and the area has recorded 110 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Hōken Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Mount Hōken
Nearby Areas
Comments (0)
No comments yet.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Hōken
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Hōken?
Mount Hōken has recorded 110 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 Hōken?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Hōken was on April 22, 2026 in Kiso, 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 Hōken?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Hōken have been concentrated in Agematsu 駅前通り二丁目 (45), Kiso Hiyoshi (11), Kiso (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Hōken?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Hōken?
Mount Hōken 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.