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Gekkō-ji Temple to Fujiyoshida Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 21 km · 5h 48m · 2 stops · 11 sightings · Saved July 2, 2026 · Last updated 12 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 21 km route runs from Gekkō-ji Temple to Fujiyoshida within Yamanashi. In the past 30 days, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. No reports were recorded in the past 7 days. The latest sighting was reported 1 week ago near Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi.

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

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1 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Yamanashi.

Gekkō-ji Temple
Moderate Risk

Gekkō-ji Temple

Yamanashi

567 incidents

Gekkō-ji Temple
Moderate Risk

Gekkō-ji Temple

Yamanashi

567 incidents

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Gekkō-ji Temple, Yamanashi
High Risk 21 km 5h 48m 11 sightings within 5 km
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago

Around 5:10 PM on July 30, one bear was sighted on a city road in Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida. No one was injured.

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

News ·1 week ago
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Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago

Around 2:00 PM on 2026-07-29, one bear was sighted in Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture.

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

News ·1 week ago

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago

Around 13:00 on 2026-07-25, a bear was sighted in Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi.

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

News ·2 weeks ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago

Around 7:30 on July 10, a bear was sighted in Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida City.

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

News ·1 month 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 ·1 month ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago
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Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi
Total Distance: 21 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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Fire/Ambulance

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

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Gekkō-ji Temple → Fujiyoshida

Gekkō-ji Temple → Fujiyoshida

2 stops · 1 month ago

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Gekkō-ji Temple → Fujiyoshida

Gekkō-ji Temple → Fujiyoshida

2 stops · 1 month ago

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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. No reports were recorded in the past 7 days.

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

The latest sighting was reported 1 week 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 21 km route runs from Gekkō-ji Temple to Fujiyoshida within Yamanashi. In the past 30 days, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. No reports were recorded in the past 7 days. The latest sighting was reported 1 week ago near Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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