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Okutama Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 6.4 km · 1h 24m · 2 stops · 13 sightings · Saved May 30, 2026 · Last updated 12 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 6.4 km route starts and ends around Okutama, passing through Tokyo. In the past 30 days, 13 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo.

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

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Okutama, Tokyo
High Risk 6.4 km 1h 24m 13 sightings within 5 km
Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

Official ·2 days ago

Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

Official ·5 days ago
Tokyo Kochi, Tokyo

Tokyo Kochi, Tokyo

Official ·1 week ago
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Tokyo, Tokyo

Official ·1 week ago
Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

Official ·2 weeks ago
Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

At approximately 6:12 p.m. on May 31, a bear-like animal was sighted near Hikawa, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun, Tokyo (reference point: on the Nippara Highway, about 200 meters toward Nippara from the Ome Police Station Tochikubo Police Box).

Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

2 weeks ago

Tokyo Kochi, Tokyo

Official ·2 weeks ago
Tokyo Kochi, Tokyo

Tokyo Kochi, Tokyo

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tokyo Nippara, Tokyo

Tokyo Nippara, Tokyo

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tokyo Tozura, Tokyo

Tokyo Tozura, Tokyo

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tokyo Tozura, Tokyo

Tokyo Tozura, Tokyo

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

On the afternoon of May 19, part of a body was found in the mountains of Okutama-machi, Tokyo, and footprints presumed to be from a large animal were discovered nearby. The Metropolitan Police Department is identifying the body and investigating, including the possibility of a mountain accident or a bear attack.

Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

News ·3 weeks ago
Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

A body was found in the mountains of Okutama, Tokyo, and footprints believed to be from a bear were found nearby, suggesting a possible bear attack. Police and related agencies are investigating the scene.

Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo

News ·1 month ago
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Okutama, Tokyo
Total Distance: 6.4 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 18:00 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

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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. 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 2 days ago near Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 18:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 6.4 km route starts and ends around Okutama, passing through Tokyo. In the past 30 days, 13 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Tokyo Hikawa, Tokyo. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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