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Oyamadairi Park Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Oyamadairi Park, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Oyamadairi Park’s most compelling recent report came on May 5, 2026 near the trail from Mount Kyogatake to Hansobo bus stop in Aikawa Tashiro, where a small very black animal, likely a cub, was seen across the river after the sound of a bell. Another close report came on April 16, 2026 in Hachioji, where a cub was heard crying from across a stream, showing that bears are still being noticed at close range in this area.
The strongest activity has been around Hachioji and Aikawa, with other reports also coming from Kiyokawa and the Hatsuzawamachi and Minami Asakawamachi areas. Activity was busiest in June 2025 with 19 reports, then July 2025 and August 2025 with 13 each, before staying active through October 2025 and November 2025 with 11 each; this area has logged 222 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Oyamadairi Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Oyamadairi Park?
Oyamadairi Park has recorded 222 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Oyamadairi Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Oyamadairi Park was on May 5, 2026 in Aikawa Tashiro, Kanagawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Oyamadairi Park?
Recent bear sightings in Oyamadairi Park have been concentrated in Kiyokawa 舟沢 (24), Aikawa Hanbara (17), Hachioji Uratakaomachi (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Oyamadairi Park?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Oyamadairi Park?
Oyamadairi 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.