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Nagano to Takayama Cycling Route

Cycling · High Risk · 35 km · 2h 54m · 2 stops · 10 sightings · Saved May 20, 2026 · Last updated 3 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 35 km route runs from Nagano to Takayama within Nagano. 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 Suzaka, Nagano.

At this density of recent sightings, reroute or postpone your ride until activity quiets.

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Nagano
High Risk 35 km 2h 54m 10 sightings within 5 km
Suzaka, Nagano

Size: Adult

Suzaka, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Takayama Nakayama, Nagano

Size: adult

Takayama Nakayama, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Takayama, Nagano

Size: juvenile

Takayama, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
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Takayama, Nagano

Size: Adult

Takayama, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Yamanouchi Hirao, Nagano

3 cubs playing up a tree. We were driving and saw them as we passed (have never slammed the brakes on faster)

Yamanouchi Hirao, Nagano

1 week ago
Takayama Nakayama, Nagano

On the morning of the 16th, one bear was sighted in Takai, Takayama Village, Nagano Prefecture, and police patrolled the area and warned residents. By the time officers arrived the bear had already left, and no damage has been reported.

Takayama Nakayama, Nagano

News ·1 week ago
Takayama Takai, Nagano

Size: adult (fully grown)

Takayama Takai, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Takayama Takai, Nagano

Size: Adult

Takayama Takai, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Takayama Nakayama, Nagano

Size: adult

Takayama Nakayama, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago
Takayama Okuyamada, Nagano

Size: Adult

Takayama Okuyamada, Nagano

Official ·2 weeks ago
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Takayama, Nagano
Total Distance: 35 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

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 Suzaka, 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 35 km route runs from Nagano to Takayama within Nagano. 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 Suzaka, Nagano. At this density of recent sightings, reroute or postpone your ride until activity quiets.

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