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Yokote yama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yokote yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yokote yama has seen a fresh run of sightings in Takayama, where a juvenile black bear was reported in Takayama Okuyamada on April 22, 2026, after an adult was seen in Takayama on April 19, 2026 and another juvenile turned up there on April 13, 2026. A larger encounter also came from Takayama on November 17, 2025, when a mother and cub were reported together.
The most active ground is Takayama, with more reports there than anywhere else in the recent record, while Kusatsu and Nakanojo Iriyama also stay on the map. Activity built through August 2024, when sightings were especially heavy with 38 reports, then stayed elevated through September 2024 with 12, June 2025 with 10, and October 2025 with 10, before easing into December 2025 with 1; across Yokote yama, the area has logged 174 black bear sightings overall.
Yokote yama Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yokote yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yokote yama?
Yokote yama has recorded 174 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Yokote yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Yokote yama was on April 21, 2026 in Takayama Okuyamada, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yokote yama?
Recent bear sightings in Yokote yama have been concentrated in Yamanouchi (37), Yamanouchi Hasuike (15), Takayama Okuyamada (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yokote yama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Yokote yama?
Yokote yama 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.