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Hakone Open-Air Museum Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hakone Open-Air Museum, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hakone Open-Air Museum’s nearest recent alarm came on April 15, 2026 at Matsuda 松田惣領, where 1 black bear was reported. Earlier reports in April 11, 2026 near Gotemba 水土野 said 1 black bear was running across a road, keeping the most recent activity on roadways and mountain edges.
The busiest stretch of activity has been centered around Yamakita, with reports also clustering in Atami City, Kannami Town, Mishima, Gotemba, and Hakone itself. Activity has been heaviest in November 2025 with 20 reports, then in October 2025 with 10, and in January 2026 with 9; across this record, the area has logged 172 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hakone Open-Air Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hakone Open-Air Museum?
Hakone Open-Air Museum has recorded 172 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 Hakone Open-Air Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Hakone Open-Air Museum was on April 15, 2026 in Matsuda 松田惣領, Kanagawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hakone Open-Air Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Hakone Open-Air Museum have been concentrated in Matsuda 松田庶子 (20), Yamakita (19), Yamakita 向原 (13). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hakone Open-Air Museum?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hakone Open-Air Museum?
Hakone Open-Air Museum 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.