Mountains & Hiking · Iwate
Mount Nanashigure Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Nanashigure, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On March 1 at 16:40, a black bear cub was spotted at the Nakayama no Sono welfare facility in Nakayama, Ichinohe Town, and it ran into the woods north of the facility with no injury or property damage reported. That is the most recent sign of bear activity around Mount Nanashigure.
The busiest spots have been around Hoshizawa in Hachimantai City, where multiple warehouse and cowshed sightings were reported in February 2025 and February 2026, while Nakayama in Ichinohe Town added fresh March reports. Activity has been strongest in February 2026 with 3 incidents and March 2026 with 2, and Mount Nanashigure has now recorded 11 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Nanashigure Bear Incident Map
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八幡平市星沢で子グマが倉庫に居座る事案が2025年と2026年で繰り返されてるのが気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Nanashigure
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Nanashigure?
Mount Nanashigure has 11 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 Nanashigure?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Nanashigure was on March 1, 2026 in Nakayama no Sono welfare facility (Nakayama, Ichinohe Town), Iwate, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Nanashigure?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Nanashigure have been concentrated in Hoshizawa, Hachimantai City (2), Nakayama no Sono welfare facility (Nakayama, Ichinohe Town) (1), Nakayama no Sono social welfare facility (Nakayama, Ichinose Town) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Nanashigure?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Nanashigure?
Mount Nanashigure 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.