Mountains & Hiking · Toyama
Mount Suisho Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Suisho, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Suisho has recently seen a black bear cub take tents and food in the Arimine area of Toyama City on August 20, 2025, following an earlier camp incident at Tarodaira Campground on August 19, 2025 where a bear appeared and took campers' gear. On March 6, 2026, the prefecture announced it would capture bears in the Arimine area this spring after numerous sightings and human injuries, and on March 5, 2026 a small bear was spotted in brush about 500 m from the community center in Shimosasahara, Yatsuo in Toyama City.
Most of the activity has centered on the Arimine and Toyama City side of the mountain, with other summer reports around Toyama showing bears lingering on hiking trails and a mother bear with cubs blocking the route. The busiest month in the record was August 2025 with 7 incidents, followed by July 2025 with 5, and the area has recorded 16 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Suisho Bear Incident Map
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富山市有峰地区での8月の連続出没がすごいな。8月2日から8月4日だけで親子クマが登山道に4回も居座ってるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Suisho
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Suisho?
Mount Suisho has 16 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 Suisho?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Suisho was on March 5, 2026 in Arimine area, Toyama City, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Suisho?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Suisho have been concentrated in Ōmachi (7), Toyama (4), Toyama Arimine (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Suisho?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Suisho?
Mount Suisho 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.