Mountains & Hiking · Nara
Mount Ōmine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Ōmine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Ōmine saw its latest black bear report on January 18, 2026 at Tenkawa Dorogawa, where 1 bear was recorded. Before that, Nishihara in Kamikitayama Village had a bear trapped on December 6, 2025, after the trap had been set on November 28.
The most active areas have been Kawakami, Kamikitayama, Tenkawa Dorogawa, and Nishihara, with activity clustering in late autumn. Reports peaked in November 2025 with 9 incidents, then stayed present through December 2025 with 3 and January 2026 with 1, and Mount Ōmine has logged 25 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Ōmine Bear Incident Map
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Kawakami area got hit three times in one week back in mid-November.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Ōmine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Ōmine?
Mount Ōmine has 25 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 Ōmine?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Ōmine was on January 18, 2026 in Tenkawa Dorogawa, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Ōmine?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Ōmine have been concentrated in Kamikitayama (4), Kawakami Ikari (3), Kurotaki Wakigawa (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Ōmine?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Ōmine?
Mount Ōmine 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.