Mountains & Hiking · Saitama
Mount Ryōkami Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Ryōkami, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Ryōkami has recently seen a black bear near Ogano San yama in Miyama, Ogano Town at about 18:30 on April 28, 2026, when a young animal estimated at about 80 cm long was sighted near Route 299 and nearby temples and shrines. Earlier in March 2026, another bear was reported in Otaki, Chichibu City, including a sighting near the Takizawa Dam management office at about 23:50 on March 12, showing that bears are still moving through the Chichibu side of the mountain area.
The most active places in this record are around Ogano Town and Otaki, Chichibu City, especially the Ryokami Komoriyamada Okubo area and the Takizawa Dam side, where tracks and sightings have both turned up. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 12 incidents and December 2025 with 10, and the area has recorded 126 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Ryōkami Bear Incident Map
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Five reports in Chichibu within a span of four days mid-December, and now the Takizawa Dam area getting hit twice on the same night in March.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Ryōkami
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Ryōkami?
Mount Ryōkami has recorded 126 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Ryōkami?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Ryōkami was on April 28, 2026 in Ogano San-yama, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Ryōkami?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Ryōkami have been concentrated in Chichibu 栃本 (9), Ogano 白井差 (8), Chichibu 上中尾 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Ryōkami?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 2 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Ryōkami?
Mount Ryōkami 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.