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Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa) Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa), 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 15, 2026 at 17:00, a black bear was reported in Matsuda 松田惣領, making that the most recent confirmed sighting in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa). The same area has also produced repeated reports in Matsuda 松田庶子 and Yamakita 向原, so the activity is clustered around the towns along the mountain edge.
The busiest stretch came in November 2025, when 12 reports were logged, with October 2025 also staying busy at 8. Sightings then eased through December 2025 and January 2026, before a fresh report came in February 2026; across Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa), there have been 117 black bear sightings in all.
Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa) Bear Incident Map
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11月から1月にかけてだいぶ集中してるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa)?
Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa) has recorded 117 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 Myōjin (Kanagawa)?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa) was on April 15, 2026 in Matsuda 松田惣領, Kanagawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa)?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa) have been concentrated in Matsuda 松田庶子 (20), Yamakita 向原 (18), Yamakita 山北 (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa)?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa)?
Mount Myōjin (Kanagawa) 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.