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Fuji-Q Highland to Matsuda Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 55 km · 11h 39m · 2 stops · 11 sightings · Saved June 11, 2026 · Last updated 21 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 55 km route runs from Fuji-Q Highland to Matsuda, passing through Yamanashi, Kanagawa, and Shizuoka. In the past 30 days, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 4 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi.

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 Yamanashi, Kanagawa, Shizuoka.

Fuji-Q Highland
Moderate Risk

Fuji-Q Highland

Yamanashi

560 incidents

Lake Yamanaka
Moderate Risk

Lake Yamanaka

Yamanashi

475 incidents

Fuji-Q Highland
Moderate Risk

Fuji-Q Highland

Yamanashi

560 incidents

Lake Yamanaka
Moderate Risk

Lake Yamanaka

Yamanashi

475 incidents

Route Timeline

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Fuji-Q Highland, Yamanashi
High Risk 55 km 11h 39m 11 sightings within 5 km
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·2 days ago
Matsuda 寄, Kanagawa

Around 4:50 PM on July 27, a bear-like animal was seen in Yadori, Matsuda Town, Kanagawa.

Matsuda 寄, Kanagawa

News ·4 days ago

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·6 days ago
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Matsuda 寄, Kanagawa

Matsuda 寄, Kanagawa

Official ·6 days ago
Yamanakako, Yamanashi

While climbing, a small bear appeared about 50 meters ahead. The bear looked at us and ran away, so there was no harm.

Yamanakako, Yamanashi

1 week ago
Matsuda 寄, Kanagawa

On 2026-07-13 evening, one bear was sighted in Yadori, Matsuda Town, Kanagawa.

Matsuda 寄, Kanagawa

News ·2 weeks ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Two bears, believed to be a parent and cub, were sighted by the baseball field area of Fuji Hokuroku Park.

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

News ·3 weeks ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago

Around 12:15 on July 9, a bear-like animal was sighted in Kanna, Yamakita Town, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Yamakita 神縄, Kanagawa

News ·3 weeks ago
Fujikawaguchiko Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
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Matsuda, Kanagawa
Total Distance: 55 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 13:00 with 2 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

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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, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 4 of them.

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

The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 13:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 55 km route runs from Fuji-Q Highland to Matsuda, passing through Yamanashi, Kanagawa, and Shizuoka. In the past 30 days, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 4 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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