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Chichibu to Tamayodo Dam Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 27 km · 5h 18m · 2 stops · 21 sightings · Saved June 10, 2026 · Last updated 5 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 27 km route runs from Chichibu to Tamayodo Dam within Saitama. In the past 30 days, 21 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 5 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Minano Misawa, Saitama.

At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (2)

2 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Saitama.

Arakawa Bridge
Moderate Risk

Arakawa Bridge

Saitama

467 incidents

Tamayodo Dam
Moderate Risk

Tamayodo Dam

Saitama

294 incidents

Arakawa Bridge
Moderate Risk

Arakawa Bridge

Saitama

467 incidents

Tamayodo Dam
Moderate Risk

Tamayodo Dam

Saitama

294 incidents

Route Timeline

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Chichibu, Saitama
High Risk 27 km 5h 18m 21 sightings within 5 km

A 1.2-meter bear was sighted in Misawa, Minano Town.

Minano Misawa, Saitama

News ·2 days ago
Chichibu Tamura, Saitama

A bear cub was sighted in Tamura, Chichibu City.

Chichibu Tamura, Saitama

News ·3 days ago
Chichibu Tamura, Saitama

Chichibu Tamura, Saitama

Official ·3 days ago
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Chichibu Tamura, Saitama

Near Imori Community Hall, Tamura area, Chichibu City

Chichibu Tamura, Saitama

Official ·4 days ago

Yokoze, Saitama

Official ·6 days ago

Near the summit of Hanasaki Mountain

Yokoze, Saitama

Official ·1 week ago

Minano Misawa, Saitama

Official ·1 week ago
Chichibu Shimoyoshida, Saitama

Chichibu Shimoyoshida, Saitama

Official ·1 week ago
Chichibu Shimoyoshida, Saitama

Shimo-Yoshida, Chichibu City

Chichibu Shimoyoshida, Saitama

Official ·1 week ago

2847 Misawa, Minano Town

Minano Misawa, Saitama

Official ·1 week ago

Minano Misawa, Saitama

Official ·1 week ago
Chichibu Kanamuromachi, Saitama

150 m NNE of Takenohana Bridge, Terao area

Chichibu Kanamuromachi, Saitama

Official ·2 weeks ago
Chichibu Kanamuromachi, Saitama

Chichibu Kanamuromachi, Saitama

Official ·2 weeks ago

Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

Official ·2 weeks ago

Kanazawa, Minano Town, Chichibu District

Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

Official ·2 weeks ago
Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

Official ·3 weeks ago
Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

Kanazawa, Minano Town, Chichibu District

Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

Official ·3 weeks ago

A bear-like animal was sighted in Kanazawa, Minano Town.

Minano Kanezawa, Saitama

News ·3 weeks ago

Near the summit of Mount Minō

Chichibu Kuroya, Saitama

Official ·3 weeks ago
Minano, Saitama

Minano, Saitama

Official ·3 weeks ago

Chichibu Kuroya, Saitama

Official ·3 weeks ago
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Tamayodo Dam, Saitama
Total Distance: 27 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 21:00 with 4 incidents

Asian black bears on your route

Asian Black Bear

Asian Black Bear

Ursus thibetanus japonicus

Range
Honshu, Shikoku
Size
80–120 kg
Active
Dawn & dusk

Sharing space safely

  • ·Make noise as you walk; carry bear spray
  • ·If charged, stand firm and use the spray
  • ·If contact happens, resist firmly. They retreat when met with resistance
  • ·Don't climb. They climb better than you

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Emergency Contacts

110
Police
119
Fire/Ambulance

For mountain rescue, call 110 (police). They will coordinate with local rescue teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Route

How many bear sightings are on this route?

In the past 30 days, 21 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 5 of them.

When and where was the most recent bear sighting near this route?

The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Minano Misawa, Saitama.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 21:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 27 km route runs from Chichibu to Tamayodo Dam within Saitama. In the past 30 days, 21 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 5 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Minano Misawa, Saitama. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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