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Katsuyama to Port of Tsuruga Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 100 km · 19h 54m · 2 stops · 10 sightings · Saved July 14, 2026 · Last updated 14 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 100 km route runs from Katsuyama to Port of Tsuruga within Fukui. In the past 30 days, 10 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 Echizen 広瀬町, Fukui.

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 (4)

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

Fukui Castle
Moderate Risk

Fukui Castle

Fukui

1,728 incidents

Kitanosho Castle
Moderate Risk

Kitanosho Castle

Fukui

1,694 incidents

Matsubara Shrine
Low Risk

Matsubara Shrine

Fukui

317 incidents

Port of Tsuruga
Low Risk

Port of Tsuruga

Fukui

297 incidents

Fukui Castle
Moderate Risk

Fukui Castle

Fukui

1,728 incidents

Kitanosho Castle
Moderate Risk

Kitanosho Castle

Fukui

1,694 incidents

Matsubara Shrine
Low Risk

Matsubara Shrine

Fukui

317 incidents

Port of Tsuruga
Low Risk

Port of Tsuruga

Fukui

297 incidents

Route Timeline

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Katsuyama, Fukui
High Risk 100 km 19h 54m 10 sightings within 5 km
Echizen 広瀬町, Fukui

Echizen 広瀬町, Fukui

Official ·1 week ago
Fukui Goyucho, Fukui

Fukui Goyucho, Fukui

Official ·1 week ago
Fukui Goyucho, Fukui

A bear was sighted in Goyu-cho, Fukui City.

Fukui Goyucho, Fukui

News ·1 week ago
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Minami-Echizen 大谷, Fukui

Minami-Echizen 大谷, Fukui

Official ·2 weeks ago
Tsuruga Kashimagari, Fukui

Tsuruga Kashimagari, Fukui

Official ·2 weeks ago

Around 17:30 on 2026-07-09, a bear was sighted in Otani, Minamiechizen Town, Fukui Prefecture, and it was seen moving.

Minami-Echizen 大谷, Fukui

News ·2 weeks ago
Fukui Asamiyacho, Fukui

Fukui Asamiyacho, Fukui

Official ·2 weeks ago
Echizen Iwakai, Fukui

Echizen Iwakai, Fukui

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tsuruga Sawa, Fukui

Tsuruga Sawa, Fukui

Official ·3 weeks ago

We saw a bear At the side of the street jumping on branches

Eiheiji 志比, Fukui

3 weeks ago
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Port of Tsuruga, Fukui
Total Distance: 100 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 10:00 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

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, 10 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 Echizen 広瀬町, Fukui.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 10:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 100 km route runs from Katsuyama to Port of Tsuruga within Fukui. In the past 30 days, 10 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 Echizen 広瀬町, Fukui. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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