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Mount Washiba Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Washiba, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Washiba has been seeing black bear trouble centered in Toyama City: on March 5, 2026 at 14:00, a small bear was seen in brush about 500 m from the community center in Shimosasahara, Yatsuo, and the prefecture moved to capture bears in the Arimine area after numerous sightings and human injuries. The most recent reports show the bears pushing close to people and facilities, not just staying deep in the hills.
Most of the activity has clustered around Arimine and Ōmachi, with additional trouble at Tarodaira Campground and Toyama Arimine where tents and food were taken in August 2025. By month, activity peaked in July 2025 with 5 incidents, then continued in August 2025 with 3, November 2025 with 1, and March 2026 with 2; the area has recorded 13 black bear sightings in total.
Mount Washiba Bear Incident Map
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3月5日に富山でまた出てるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Washiba
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Washiba?
Mount Washiba has 13 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 Washiba?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Washiba 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 Washiba?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Washiba have been concentrated in Ōmachi (7), Toyama Arimine (2), Arimine area, Toyama City (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Washiba?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Washiba?
Mount Washiba 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.