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Mount Sanpō Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Sanpō, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Sanpō has seen a black bear reported in Otaki, Chichibu City on March 16, 2026, with the bear described as about 1.5 meters tall. Just a few days earlier, on March 12, 2026 at 23:50, another bear of roughly the same size was sighted near the Takizawa Dam management office in Otaki, and police warned residents after the report.
The activity here clusters around Otaki and broader Chichibu, with other reports also turning up in Nakatsugawa. The busiest stretch in the records is March 2026 with 3 reports, followed by December 2025 and August 2025 with 2 each, and Mount Sanpō has recorded 15 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Sanpō Bear Incident Map
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秩父市大滝で今年3月と12月に立て続けに目撃されてるけど、同じ個体がずっと付近をうろついてるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Sanpō
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Sanpō?
Mount Sanpō has 15 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 Sanpō?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Sanpō was on March 15, 2026 in Otaki, Chichibu City, 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 Sanpō?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Sanpō have been concentrated in Yamanashi Mitomi-Kawaura (4), Chichibu Nakatsugawa (3), Otaki, Chichibu City (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Sanpō?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Sanpō?
Mount Sanpō 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.