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Oga Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 2.8 km · 30m · 2 stops · 29 sightings · Saved May 26, 2026 · Last updated 14 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 2.8 km route starts and ends around Oga, passing through Akita. In the past 30 days, 29 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 14 of them. The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Oga Funagawaminato-Daishima, Akita.

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

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Oga, Akita
High Risk 2.8 km 30m 29 sightings within 5 km
Oga Funagawaminato-Daishima, Akita

Witnessed a single bear approximately 1 meter in body length on the road.

Oga Funagawaminato-Daishima, Akita

Official ·3 days ago
Oga Funagawaminato-Kanegawa, Akita

While driving, I spotted a bear about 80 cm in body length on the sidewalk. It walked away toward the northeast. Approximately 30 meters from the nearest building.

Oga Funagawaminato-Kanegawa, Akita

Official ·4 days ago
Oga Oganaka-Takigawa, Akita

One bear approximately 1 m in body length was sighted. The bear crossed the road and departed northward. 450 m from the nearest building.

Oga Oganaka-Takigawa, Akita

Official ·4 days ago
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A bear was sighted moving in Oganaka-Takikawa, Oga City.

Oga Funagawaminato-Niiyama, Akita

News ·4 days ago
Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

Observed one bear approximately 1 m in body length on the road. The bear left into the woods on the west side. It was 10 m from the nearest building.

Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

Official ·4 days ago

A bear was seen moving in Wakimoto Wakimoto Uchigasaki, Oga City, around 10:50 on July 26.

Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

News ·4 days ago

At around 10:15 on July 26, a bear was spotted moving in Wakimoto Shitaya-chi, Oga City, Akita Prefecture.

Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

News ·5 days ago
Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

One bear approximately 1 m in length was observed on the road. The bear left into the woods to the northeast. It was 80 m from the nearest building.

Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

Official ·5 days ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

It ran from the rice field toward the mountain. It was a very large bear.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

Official ·5 days ago

One bear observed. About 170 m from the nearest building.

Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

Official ·6 days ago

Around 5:43 a.m. on July 25, a bear was sighted in Wakimoto-Wakimoto Hazamada, Oga City.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

News ·6 days ago

Around 16:25 on 2026-07-25, a bear was seen moving in Fukuzawa, Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Oga City, Akita Prefecture.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

News ·6 days ago

A bear was sighted in Wakimoto Wakimoto Hazamata, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, around 17:33 on July 24.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

News ·6 days ago

One adult bear (body length unknown) confirmed. Approximately 170 m from the nearest building.

Oga Wakimoto-Wakimoto, Akita

Official ·6 days ago
Oga Funagawaminato-Hizume, Akita

Spotted a bear while driving. It then moved off to the east. Approximately 1.2 meters in size.

Oga Funagawaminato-Hizume, Akita

Official ·2 weeks ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

It was running at a brisk trot from the Funagawa direction toward the Hananazaki Tunnel. When I slowed the car to take a photo, it went into the grass. I was driving from Wakimoto toward Funagawa.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

Official ·3 weeks ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

At around 4:26 on July 3, a bear was seen moving in Wakamoto Tayasawa, Oga City.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

News ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

One bear about 0.6 m in body length was sighted. The bear went away toward the north-side mountain. The nearest building was 350 m away.

Oga Wakimoto-Tayazawa, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Observed one bear crossing the road about 100 m southeast from Wakimoto Kanpuzan Entrance intersection. It left toward the forest on the southwest side.

Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

One bear was sighted crossing the road. It left heading into the forest on the west side.

Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

It came out from the bamboo grove and entered the grounds of a private residence.

Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

One bear was sighted on residential property. It left heading northwest into the woods.

Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

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Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

A small bear was walking along the road. It left toward the nearby woodland.

Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Crossing the road.

Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

(It) went into the woods on the north side.

Oga Wakimoto-Tominaga, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

Sighted a small bear. Its direction/destination is unknown.

Oga Wakimoto-Urada, Akita

Official ·1 month ago
Oga, Akita

Moved northeast.

Oga, Akita

Official ·1 month ago

A bear was sighted in Oganaka Takigawa Kンプウザン Yokocho, Oga City.

Oga, Akita

News ·1 month ago
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Oga, Akita
Total Distance: 2.8 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 10:00 with 5 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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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, 29 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 14 of them.

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

The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Oga Funagawaminato-Daishima, Akita.

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 2.8 km route starts and ends around Oga, passing through Akita. In the past 30 days, 29 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 14 of them. The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Oga Funagawaminato-Daishima, Akita. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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