Mountains & Hiking · Nagano
Mount Yari Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Yari, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Yari saw its most compelling recent report on April 27, 2026 in Matsumoto, when a female black bear was followed by a cub, a clear sign that cubs are moving through this area. The newest cluster also includes reports from Takayama and Ōmachi, showing that black bear activity is still showing up in several parts of the region.
The busiest stretch came in July 2022 with 8 sightings, while November 2025 and October 2025 each logged 4 and September 2025 and June 2025 each logged 2. Takayama and Azumino stand out as the most active places in the recent records, and Mount Yari has recorded 92 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Yari Bear Incident Map
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高山市での報告が特に目立つけど、9月から11月にかけて集中してるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Yari
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Yari?
Mount Yari has recorded 92 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 Yari?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Yari was on April 27, 2026 in Matsumoto, Nagano, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Yari?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Yari have been concentrated in Takayama (81), Azumino (5), Takayama 奥飛騨温泉郷中尾 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yari?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Yari?
Mount Yari 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.