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Mount Yake Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Yake
Mount Yake had a Black Bear report in Matsumoto on July 30, 2026. There were 63 incidents in the past 30 days, including 13 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Matsumoto, Takayama 丹生川町久手, and Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷笹嶋. The area has 1,259 recorded incidents in total.
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Takayama's been coming up constantly since early November, barely a day or two between reports sometimes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Yake
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Yake?
Mount Yake has recorded 1,259 bear incidents in total, with 63 reported in the last 30 days and 13 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 Yake?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Yake was on July 30, 2026 in Matsumoto, 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 Yake?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Yake have been concentrated in Matsumoto (106), Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷笹嶋 (3), Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷赤桶 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yake?
Activity has slowed. 13 incidents in the last 7 days, 63 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Yake?
Mount Yake 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.