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Kegon Falls Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kegon Falls, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kegon Falls has just seen a black bear near Nikkō 湯元 on May 4, 2026 at 14:59, when a bear about one meter long stayed put in a stream like area about 25 meters back from the road and was photographed from a car. Another cub was also reported in Nikkō on the same day, and that kind of fresh cub sighting keeps the edge of the area feeling active.
The heavier bear activity around Kegon Falls is centered in Nikkō, with other reports also coming from Kanuma, and the busiest stretch in the record was August 2024 with 27 sightings, followed by November 2025 with 12 and April 2026 with 13. Across this area, there have been 316 black bear sightings in total, so this is not an isolated stretch of reports but a place where bears keep turning up through the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kegon Falls
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kegon Falls?
Kegon Falls has recorded 316 bear incidents in total, with 16 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Kegon Falls?
The most recent bear sighting in Kegon Falls was on May 4, 2026 in Nikkō 湯元, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kegon Falls?
Recent bear sightings in Kegon Falls have been concentrated in Nikkō (33), Nikkō 宝殿 (14), Nikkō 所野 (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kegon Falls?
Activity has slowed. 4 incidents in the last 7 days, 16 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kegon Falls?
Kegon Falls 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.