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Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa) Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa), compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On April 20, 2026, in Kiyokawa 舟沢, an acquaintance saw a black bear about 1 meter tall while driving a dump truck. That is the most recent report from Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa), and it shows bears are still moving through the area.
The active spots keep clustering around Kiyokawa, Hadano, Aikawa, and nearby mountain roads and trail edges, including the Kōbōyama to Azumayama trail and the Minamisawa Forest Road near Hanhara Pass. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 27 incidents and August 2025 with 23, while November 2025 still stayed high at 20; the area has logged 330 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa) Bear Incident Map
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1月から2月にかけて伊勢原市や秦野市で立て続けに報告が上がってるのに、324件ってのは相当な数だな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa)?
Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa) has recorded 330 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Ōyama (Kanagawa)?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa) was on April 20, 2026 in Kiyokawa 舟沢, Kanagawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa)?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa) have been concentrated in Isehara Oyama (12), Kiyokawa 舟沢 (11), Matsuda 寄 (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa)?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa)?
Mount Ōyama (Kanagawa) 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.