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Mount Nosaka Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Nosaka, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Nosaka has seen a black bear reported on December 21, 2025 at 16:50 in Takashima Makinocho Shiratani, about 300 meters southeast of Onoken River Bridge in Makino Town Makino. That is the most recent clear sign of a bear moving through the area, and it came after earlier reports in Mihama Oyabu and Tsuruga Fukagawacho.
Around Mount Nosaka, the activity is showing up most often in Mihama and Tsuruga, with other reports also coming from Wakasa Mikata and Takashima Makinocho Shiratani. The busiest stretch was July 2025 with 11 incidents, while August 2025 and September 2025 each brought 4 and 3 reports, and the area has recorded 145 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Nosaka Bear Incident Map
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145件も出没してるのか、野坂岳周辺だけでずいぶん多いんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Nosaka
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Nosaka?
Mount Nosaka has 145 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 Nosaka?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Nosaka was on December 21, 2025 in Takashima Makinocho-Shiratani, Shiga, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Nosaka?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Nosaka have been concentrated in Mihama (7), Tsuruga Kashimagari (5), Tsuruga Nosaka (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Nosaka?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Nosaka?
Mount Nosaka 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.