Mountains & Hiking · Gifu
Mount Nōgōhaku Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Nōgōhaku, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Nōgōhaku’s most recent black bear report came on September 2, 2025 at 3:00 in Ibigawa, when 1 black bear was seen. Before that, Motosu Neo Okawara had a sighting on July 6, 2025 at 18:00, and Motosu Neo Oppa and Motosu Neo Kurozu also had reports in late June 2025.
The busiest spots in this area have been Ibigawa and Motosu, with repeated reports also coming from Ikeda and the Motosu Neo districts. Activity has shown up in several months across the record, with the strongest clusters in June 2025 and July 2023 at 2 incidents each, and the area has logged 29 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Nōgōhaku Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Nōgōhaku
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Nōgōhaku?
Mount Nōgōhaku has 29 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 Nōgōhaku?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Nōgōhaku was on September 1, 2025 in Ibigawa, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Nōgōhaku?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Nōgōhaku have been concentrated in Motosu (6), Motosu Neo-Nogo (5), Ibigawa (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Nōgōhaku?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Nōgōhaku?
Mount Nōgōhaku 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.