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Fuji Safari Park Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Fuji Safari Park, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Fuji Safari Park reports a black bear sighting on May 2, 2026 at Nature Recreation Forest B Course in Fujinomiya, where one bear was seen between Takahachi Parking Lot and Garan Sawa and fled to the west northwest. That is the freshest sign of movement in the area, and it fits a run of spring and winter reports that keep turning up along roads and forest edges.
The most active ground has been around Fujinomiya, Gotemba, Mishima, Numazu, and Oyama Town, with one bear again and again showing up near roads, shrines, parking areas, and residential edges. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 26 reports, then eased through December 2025 and January 2026 with 2 each, before March 2026 brought 2 more and April 2026 added 1. Across this area, the record now stands at 89 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Fuji Safari Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Fuji Safari Park?
Fuji Safari Park has recorded 89 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Fuji Safari Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Fuji Safari Park was on April 11, 2026 in Gotemba 水土野, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Fuji Safari Park?
Recent bear sightings in Fuji Safari Park have been concentrated in Susono (11), Fujinomiya (8), Gotemba (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Fuji Safari Park?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Fuji Safari Park?
Fuji Safari Park 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.