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Koshu to Yamanakako Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 66 km · 14h 4m · 3 stops · 10 sightings · Saved May 18, 2026 · Last updated 10 hours ago
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Incidents in last 30 days
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Safety Summary

This 66 km route runs from Koshu to Yamanakako, passing through Yamanashi and Shizuoka. In the past 30 days, 10 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them. The latest sighting was reported 16 hours ago near Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi.

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 Yamanashi, Shizuoka.

Jiun-ji Temple
Low Risk

Jiun-ji Temple

Yamanashi

207 incidents

Seihaku-ji Temple
Low Risk

Seihaku-ji Temple

Yamanashi

263 incidents

Arakurayama Sengen Park
Moderate Risk

Arakurayama Sengen Park

Yamanashi

554 incidents

Gekkō-ji Temple
Moderate Risk

Gekkō-ji Temple

Yamanashi

544 incidents

Jiun-ji Temple
Low Risk

Jiun-ji Temple

Yamanashi

207 incidents

Seihaku-ji Temple
Low Risk

Seihaku-ji Temple

Yamanashi

263 incidents

Arakurayama Sengen Park
Moderate Risk

Arakurayama Sengen Park

Yamanashi

554 incidents

Gekkō-ji Temple
Moderate Risk

Gekkō-ji Temple

Yamanashi

544 incidents

Route Timeline

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Koshu, Yamanashi
Low Risk 12 km 2h 20m No incidents
1
Jiun-ji Temple, Yamanashi
High Risk 54 km 11h 44m 10 sightings within 5 km

Black bear, 1m20 long and 0,7m high. Saw during a hiking from Mitsutogeyama to Kawaguchi Asama Shrine. 20-30 before the haha waterfall.

Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi

16 hours ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Two bears, believed to be a parent and cub, were sighted by the baseball field area of Fuji Hokuroku Park.

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

News ·2 days ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·2 days ago
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Fujikawaguchiko Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Kawaguchi, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago
Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi

Official ·1 week ago
Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi

Fujikawaguchiko Nagahama, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago

Fuefuki Ashigawacho-Kamiashigawa, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

They were a parent and child

Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

Two bears, large and small, were sighted along National Route 413 in Hirano, Yamanakako Village.

Yamanakako Hirano, Yamanashi

News ·3 weeks ago
Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago
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Yamanakako, Yamanashi
Total Distance: 66 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 13:00 with 3 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. The past 7 days account for 3 of them.

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

The latest sighting was reported 16 hours ago near Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 13:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 66 km route runs from Koshu to Yamanakako, passing through Yamanashi and Shizuoka. In the past 30 days, 10 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them. The latest sighting was reported 16 hours ago near Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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