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Nijou yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nijou yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nijou yama was flagged again on April 29, 2026 in Takaoka, where a bear like animal was sighted around 06:25 at the city border; staff and police checked the area afterward, found tracks, and did not relocate the bear. That latest report follows a mid April sighting in Himi Awara on April 24, 2026, when a mature bear was caught on a bear AI camera along the Nakataniuchi Awahara forest road.
The heaviest activity has been around Takaoka, especially in Uchijima, Fushiki Kokufu, and Hyakuhashi, while Himi has also stayed active with reports in Awara, Sakaemachi, and Hayakashi. Sightings build through late spring and summer, then stay busy into autumn, with June 2025 at 10 incidents, October 2025 at 8, August 2025 at 7, and November 2025 and December 2025 both at 4, and the area has recorded 368 black bear sightings overall.
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高岡市と射水市で立て続けに報告されてるけど、二上山周辺で365件って相当な数だな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nijou yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nijou yama?
Nijou yama has recorded 368 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Nijou yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Nijou yama was on April 28, 2026 in Takaoka, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nijou yama?
Recent bear sightings in Nijou yama have been concentrated in Himi Nakayachi (8), Himi Nishihoonoki (6), Himi Uwada (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nijou yama?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 3 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Nijou yama?
Nijou yama 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.