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Kitaakita Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 9.0 km · 1h 46m · 2 stops · 11 sightings · Saved May 24, 2026 · Last updated 7 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 9.0 km route starts and ends around Kitaakita, passing through Akita. In the past 30 days, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 22 hours ago near Kitaakita Hachimantai-shinden, Akita.

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

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Kitaakita, Akita
High Risk 9.0 km 1h 46m 11 sightings within 5 km
Kitaakita Hachimantai-shinden, Akita

Observed one bear crossing the Futatsui-Moriyoshi Line from south to north.

Kitaakita Hachimantai-shinden, Akita

Official ·22 hours ago
Kitaakita Nanukaichi, Akita

[Report] While driving toward Takanosu city center, a bear appeared from bushes in the opposite lane. It crossed the road and went into the woods.

Kitaakita Nanukaichi, Akita

Official ·6 days ago
Kitaakita Nanukaichi, Akita

A bear was sighted in Shichinichidoyama, Kitaakita City, Akita, and was seen moving.

Kitaakita Nanukaichi, Akita

News ·1 week ago
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Kitaakita Wakigami, Akita

While driving, I observed one bear about 80 cm in body length crossing the road from the woods on the east side. It then left toward the woods on the west side.

Kitaakita Wakigami, Akita

Official ·1 week ago

Observed one bear approximately 50 centimeters in body length.

Kitaakita Shimosugi, Akita

Official ·2 weeks ago

A bear was sighted in Shimosugi Nakajima, Kitaakita, Akita on 2026-07-16.

Kitaakita Shimosugi, Akita

News ·2 weeks ago
Kitaakita Shimosugi, Akita

Observed one bear about 60 centimeters in body length. It then departed into the forested area to the east. Approximately 30 meters from nearby houses.

Kitaakita Shimosugi, Akita

Official ·2 weeks ago

At around 13:00 on 2026-07-15, a bear was seen moving in Shimosugi, Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture.

Kitaakita Shimosugi, Akita

News ·2 weeks ago
Kitaakita Kidoishi, Akita

Observed one bear eating mulberries in a field near the Eirakuen satellite-style annex. It later left heading into the woods to the north.

Kitaakita Kidoishi, Akita

Official ·3 weeks ago
Kitaakita Katsurase, Akita

One bear about 80 centimeters in body length was sighted at the signalized intersection near Uradabashi. It later departed into the brush to the south.

Kitaakita Katsurase, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Kitaakita, Akita

Observed one bear about 80 cm in body length crossing the road from east to west.

Kitaakita, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
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Kitaakita, Akita
Total Distance: 9.0 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 9:00 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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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. The past 7 days account for 2 of them.

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

The latest sighting was reported 22 hours ago near Kitaakita Hachimantai-shinden, Akita.

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 9.0 km route starts and ends around Kitaakita, passing through Akita. In the past 30 days, 11 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 22 hours ago near Kitaakita Hachimantai-shinden, Akita. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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