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Okutama Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Okutama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Okutama’s most alarming recent report came on December 30, 2025, when a hiker on the Ogawatani forest road in Nippara, Okutama found a severely damaged body after a black bear had been seen in the area. Another recent encounter came on April 6, 2026 near Odake Mountain Hut, where a likely cub was seen tumbling down the slope toward Mount Odake.
The heaviest activity has been around Nippara, Odake, and the broader Tokyo side of Okutama, with repeated reports also coming from Hikawa, Tanazawa, Shinba, and Nagazaka. The pace was strongest in June 2025 with 25 incidents and May 2025 with 23, then stayed busy through July 2025 with 14, August 2025 with 10, September 2025 with 8, and October 2025 and November 2025 with 11 each, before easing into winter. Across Okutama, the total now stands at 337 black bear sightings.
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12月だけで6件も報告されてるのか、この町は相当な頻度で出没してるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Okutama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Okutama?
Okutama has recorded 337 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Okutama?
The most recent bear sighting in Okutama was on April 6, 2026 in Tokyo, Tokyo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Okutama?
Recent bear sightings in Okutama have been concentrated in Tokyo (51), Tokyo Hara (8), Tokyo Hikawa (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Okutama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Okutama?
Okutama 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.