Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Shiga yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shiga yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shiga yama’s latest bear report came from Takayama Okuyamada on April 22, 2026, when one juvenile black bear was seen there. That came just days after another adult bear was reported in Takayama on April 19, 2026, showing that the Takayama area is still seeing fresh activity.
The most active stretches have been around Takayama, Yamanouchi Yudanaka, and Yamanouchi Sano, with sightings also turning up in Takayama Maki and Yamanouchi Ryuo. Activity has peaked in September 2024 with 18 incidents, and again in July 2025 with 12 and October 2025 with 11, while the area has logged 199 black bear sightings overall.
Shiga yama Bear Incident Map
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12月10日に山ノ内町の小学校近くで子グマが目撃されるなんて、通学路にまで出てくるようになったのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shiga yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shiga yama?
Shiga yama has recorded 199 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Shiga yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Shiga yama was on April 21, 2026 in Takayama Okuyamada, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shiga yama?
Recent bear sightings in Shiga yama have been concentrated in Yamanouchi (27), Yamanouchi Ryuo (18), Takayama Maki (14). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shiga yama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shiga yama?
Shiga yama 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.