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Mount Nyohō Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Nyohō
Mount Nyohō had a Black Bear report in Nikkō 上鉢石町 on July 14, 2026. There were 17 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Nikkō 上鉢石町, Nikkō 所野, and Nikkō Takumi. The area has 253 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Nyohō
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Nyohō?
Mount Nyohō has recorded 253 bear incidents in total, with 17 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Nyohō?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Nyohō was on July 12, 2026 in Nikkō, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Nyohō?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Nyohō have been concentrated in Nikkō (40), Nikkō 所野 (15), Nikkō 宝殿 (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Nyohō?
Activity is elevated. 6 of the 17 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Nyohō?
Mount Nyohō 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.