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Kamikōchi Black Bear Incidents

Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.

1,373 bear incidents recorded · Last updated 5 hours ago
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Incidents in last 7 days
15
Incidents in last 30 days
28
Latest
2 days ago
Kamikōchi
Moderate Risk

Latest Bear Activity in Kamikōchi

Kamikōchi had a Black Bear report in Matsumoto on June 22, 2026. There were 28 incidents in the past 30 days, including 15 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Matsumoto, Azumino, and Matsumoto Azusagawa-Ueno. The area has 1,373 recorded incidents in total.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kamikōchi

How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kamikōchi?

Kamikōchi has recorded 1,373 bear incidents in total, with 28 reported in the last 30 days and 15 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 Kamikōchi?

The most recent bear sighting in Kamikōchi was on June 21, 2026 in Matsumoto, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.

Where have bears appeared recently in Kamikōchi?

Recent bear sightings in Kamikōchi have been concentrated in Matsumoto (54), Takayama (20), Azumino (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.

Is bear activity increasing in Kamikōchi?

Activity is elevated. 15 of the 28 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.

What type of bears are in Kamikōchi?

Kamikōchi 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.

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