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Mount Yake Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Yake, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Yake most recently saw a tense encounter in Matsumoto on April 27, 2026, when a female black bear was followed by a cub. That kind of family group means the bears are moving through this area with young in tow, and recent reports have also come from Takayama and 奥飛騨温泉郷平湯.
Takayama is the main hotspot in this area, with repeated reports through November 2025 and another in December 2025, while Matsumoto also appears in the recent incidents. Activity peaks in November 2025 with 16 reports, then stays active in October 2025 and September 2025 with 7 each, after a quieter December 2025 with 1; across Mount Yake, black bears have been reported 696 times overall.
Mount Yake Bear Incident Map
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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 696 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 December 18, 2025 in Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷村上, Gifu, 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 Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷村上 (32), Takayama (30), Matsumoto (14). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yake?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 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.