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Kaichi School to Matsumoto Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 2.4 km · 28m · 2 stops · 13 sightings · Saved June 6, 2026 · Last updated 3 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 2.4 km route runs from Kaichi School to Matsumoto within Nagano. In the past 30 days, 13 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 Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano.

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 (1)

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

Kaichi School
Very High Risk

Kaichi School

Nagano

391 incidents

Kaichi School
Very High Risk

Kaichi School

Nagano

391 incidents

Route Timeline

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Kaichi School, Nagano
High Risk 2.4 km 28m 13 sightings within 5 km
Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

A bear believed to be an adult was sighted at Shiroyama Park in Matsumoto City.

Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

News ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

Size: unknown

Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Miyabuchi-honmura, Nagano

One bear was sighted in a residential area of Miyabuchi, Matsumoto City; police searched but did not find it.

Matsumoto Miyabuchi-honmura, Nagano

News ·1 week ago
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Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

Size: Unknown

Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Miyabuchi-honmura, Nagano

Two bear sighting reports were received from residents in Miyabuchi 3, Matsumoto City.

Matsumoto Miyabuchi-honmura, Nagano

News ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Miyabuchi-honmura, Nagano

Size: unknown

Matsumoto Miyabuchi-honmura, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

Around 12:20 on 2026-06-13, a bear was sighted in Shimauchi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture.

Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano

News ·1 week ago

Size: adult

Matsumoto Shimauchi, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago

A bear was sighted in Okada-Shimookada, Matsumoto City.

Matsumoto Okada-Shimookada, Nagano

News ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Joyama, Nagano

A 110 emergency call reported seeing a bear in Jōyama, Matsumoto City.

Matsumoto Joyama, Nagano

News ·1 week ago
Matsumoto Joyama, Nagano

Size: Adult

Matsumoto Joyama, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago

Size: Adult

Matsumoto Shinagura, Nagano

Official ·3 weeks ago

Size: adult with cub

Azumino 豊科田沢, Nagano

Official ·3 weeks ago
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Matsumoto, Nagano
Total Distance: 2.4 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 9:00 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

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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, 13 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 Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 9:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 2.4 km route runs from Kaichi School to Matsumoto within Nagano. In the past 30 days, 13 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 Matsumoto Shinbashi, Nagano. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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