Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Mount Tsubakuro Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Tsubakuro, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Tsubakuro saw a fresh black bear report in Azumino on April 16, 2026, when an adult bear was spotted there. It is the most recent incident in the area, and it follows earlier reports that kept coming through 2025.
The busiest places have been Azumino, Matsukawa, and Ōmachi, with Azumino and Matsukawa appearing again and again in the recent record. Activity peaked in June 2025 with 14 reports, then stayed active through July 2025 with 8, September 2025 with 7, and October 2025 with 4, before easing to 1 report each in November 2025 and December 2025. Across Mount Tsubakuro, there have been 51 black bear sightings in all.
Mount Tsubakuro Bear Incident Map
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松川村と安曇野市に集中してるけど、50件ってずいぶん多いな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Tsubakuro
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Tsubakuro?
Mount Tsubakuro has recorded 51 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Mount Tsubakuro?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Tsubakuro was on April 15, 2026 in Azumino, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Tsubakuro?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Tsubakuro have been concentrated in Azumino (20), Ōmachi (10), Matsukawa (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Tsubakuro?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Tsubakuro?
Mount Tsubakuro 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.