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Mount Shakka Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Shakka, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Shakka’s most recent black bear report came on December 11, 2025 at Shimokitayama Shimoikehara, where 1 bear was seen at 16:30. Another sighting was also logged there on November 18, 2025 at 08:00, showing that this corridor has stayed active into the cold season.
The busiest pockets have been Kamikitayama Kawai and Shimokitayama Shimoikehara, with additional reports around Shimokitayama and Totsukawa. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 5 reports, while November 2025 had 3 and December 2025 had 1; across the full record, 17 black bear sightings have been logged in Mount Shakka.
Mount Shakka Bear Incident Map
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下北山村下池原に3回も出てるのか。
Hiking in bear country
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Shakka
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Shakka?
Mount Shakka has 17 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 Shakka?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Shakka was on December 11, 2025 in Shimokitayama Shimoikehara, 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 Shakka?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Shakka have been concentrated in Totsukawa (4), Kamikitayama Kawai (4), Shimokitayama Shimoikehara (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Shakka?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Shakka?
Mount Shakka 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.