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Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake), compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) has seen 6 black bear sightings on record here, including a recent adult spotted on 2025-10-18 in Minamimaki 大字野辺山 and another sighting on 2025-10-22 in Koumi 大字豊里. The most notable recent incident was a mother and cub group of three seen on 2025-09-23 in Chino Toyohira, showing family activity in the area.
It has been a bit active lately with 2 sightings in 2025-10 and 1 in 2025-09, and the latest reports cluster around Koumi and Minamimaki. The full record lists 6 total sightings and includes single incidents recorded in 2025-05, 2024-10, and 2024-08, indicating occasional visits across multiple locations.
Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake)?
Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) has 6 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 Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake)?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) was on October 22, 2025 in Koumi 大字豊里, 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 Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake)?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) have been concentrated in Koumi 大字豊里 (1), Minamimaki 大字野辺山 (1), Chino Toyohira (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake)?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake)?
Mount Yoko (Southern Yatsugatake) 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.