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Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park to Lake Sagami Hiking Route

Moderate Risk · 10.4 km · 4 stops · 1 sighting · Saved May 2, 2026 · Last updated 7 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 10.4 km route from Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park to Lake Sagami crosses Tokyo and Kanagawa. Over the past 30 days, 1 bear sightings have been recorded within 5 km of the route, with no new activity in the past week. This route runs through Asian black bear habitat (native to Honshu and Shikoku). The most recent sighting was reported 3 weeks ago near Hachioji, Tokyo; the location sits about 7.7 km from the start of the route and 4.7 km off the route line.

With activity this close, make noise as you hike, carry bear spray, and avoid the forest at dawn and dusk.

Your Route

Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (4)

4 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Tokyo, Kanagawa.

Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park
Low Risk

Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park

Tokyo

638 incidents

Takao-san Yakuō-in Temple
Low Risk

Takao-san Yakuō-in Temple

Tokyo

660 incidents

Mount Takao
Low Risk

Mount Takao

Tokyo

246 incidents

Lake Sagami
Low Risk

Lake Sagami

Kanagawa

678 incidents

Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park
Low Risk

Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park

Tokyo

638 incidents

Takao-san Yakuō-in Temple
Low Risk

Takao-san Yakuō-in Temple

Tokyo

660 incidents

Mount Takao
Low Risk

Mount Takao

Tokyo

246 incidents

Lake Sagami
Low Risk

Lake Sagami

Kanagawa

678 incidents

Route Timeline

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Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park, Tokyo
Low Risk 2.7 km No incidents
1
Takao-san Yakuō-in Temple, Tokyo
Low Risk 818 m No incidents
2
Mount Takao, Tokyo
Moderate Risk 7.0 km 1 sightings within 5 km
Hachioji, Tokyo

A cub was crying from across the stream. It couldn’t be seen. Although there was no noticeable animal odor, the cries were clearly audible at a close distance.

Hachioji, Tokyo

3 weeks ago
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Lake Sagami, Kanagawa
Total Distance: 10.4 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 15:00 with 1 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?

Over the past 30 days, 1 bear sightings have been recorded within 5 km of this route, with no new activity in the past week. This route runs through Asian black bear habitat (native to Honshu and Shikoku).

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

The most recent sighting was reported 3 weeks ago near Hachioji, Tokyo; the location sits about 7.7 km from the start of the route and 4.7 km off the route line.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 15:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 10.4 km route from Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park to Lake Sagami crosses Tokyo and Kanagawa. Over the past 30 days, 1 bear sightings have been recorded within 5 km of the route, with no new activity in the past week. This route runs through Asian black bear habitat (native to Honshu and Shikoku). The most recent sighting was reported 3 weeks ago near Hachioji, Tokyo; the location sits about 7.7 km from the start of the route and 4.7 km off the route line. With activity this close, make noise as you hike, carry bear spray, and avoid the forest at dawn and dusk.

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