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Hakusan to Oyabe Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 43 km · 8h 22m · 2 stops · 14 sightings · Saved May 29, 2026 · Last updated 1 day ago
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Safety Summary

This 43 km route runs from Hakusan to Oyabe, passing through Ishikawa and Toyama. In the past 30 days, 14 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 4 of them. The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Oyabe, Toyama.

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 Ishikawa, Toyama.

Hiraokano Shrine
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Hiraokano Shrine

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1,525 incidents

Miwa Shrine
Moderate Risk

Miwa Shrine

Ishikawa

1,878 incidents

Hiraokano Shrine
Moderate Risk

Hiraokano Shrine

Ishikawa

1,525 incidents

Miwa Shrine
Moderate Risk

Miwa Shrine

Ishikawa

1,878 incidents

Route Timeline

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Hakusan, Ishikawa
High Risk 43 km 8h 22m 14 sightings within 5 km

One bear was sighted in Anrakuji, Oyabe City.

Oyabe, Toyama

News ·3 days ago
Oyabe, Toyama

I witnessed a bear about 150 cm in body length crossing the road. It ran off toward the west.

Oyabe, Toyama

Official ·3 days ago
Kanazawa Kawaraichimachi, Ishikawa

A bear was reportedly sighted in Kaharamachi area of Kanazawa City.

Kanazawa Kawaraichimachi, Ishikawa

News ·4 days ago
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Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

A single bear was sighted in the area of Hokuyodai 2-chome.

Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

Official ·5 days ago
Oyabe, Toyama

An adult (body length about 1–1.5 m) was seen from inside a vehicle. Direction in which it fled is unknown.

Oyabe, Toyama

Official ·1 week ago
Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

One bear sighted in the Miyano Town area.

Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

Official ·2 weeks ago
Takaoka, Toyama

One animal believed to be a bear was sighted

Takaoka, Toyama

Official ·2 weeks ago
Oyabe, Toyama

A bear cub (size unknown) was seen walking in the rice paddy. Direction of movement unknown.

Oyabe, Toyama

Official ·2 weeks ago
Oyabe, Toyama

Observed one bear (size unknown). It was crossing a farm road.

Oyabe, Toyama

Official ·2 weeks ago
Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

One bear sighted in the Miyanocho area.

Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

Official ·2 weeks ago
Kanazawa Kawaraichimachi, Ishikawa

One bear sighted in Yakushimachi area.

Kanazawa Kawaraichimachi, Ishikawa

Official ·3 weeks ago
Kanazawa Shimo-Wakunamimachi, Ishikawa

One bear sighted in the Shimoyunami-cho area.

Kanazawa Shimo-Wakunamimachi, Ishikawa

Official ·3 weeks ago
Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

One bear sighted in the Miyano district.

Kanazawa Narasemotomachi, Ishikawa

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tsubata Toriyao, Ishikawa

One bear sighted near Toriyane bus stop

Tsubata Toriyao, Ishikawa

Official ·1 month ago
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Oyabe, Toyama
Total Distance: 43 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 19:00 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, 14 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 3 days ago near Oyabe, Toyama.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 19:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 43 km route runs from Hakusan to Oyabe, passing through Ishikawa and Toyama. In the past 30 days, 14 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 4 of them. The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Oyabe, Toyama. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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