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Tainai Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 6.4 km · 1h 24m · 2 stops · 13 sightings · Saved June 20, 2026 · Last updated 11 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 6.4 km route starts and ends around Tainai, passing through Niigata. In the past 30 days, 13 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 1 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Tainai, Niigata.

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

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Tainai, Niigata
High Risk 6.4 km 1h 24m 13 sightings within 5 km

One bear, about 1 meter long, was sighted on a road in Tsuboana, Tainai City.

Tainai, Niigata

News ·2 days ago
Tainai, Niigata

While passing through the area, sighted one bear.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·1 week ago
Tainai, Niigata

Spotted one bear while passing through the area.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·1 week ago
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One cub about 50 cm long was sighted in Nagahashi, Tainai City.

Tainai, Niigata

News ·2 weeks ago

While passing through the area, a single bear was sighted.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·2 weeks ago
Tainai, Niigata

While passing nearby, I spotted a figure that appeared to be a bear in the bushes.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tainai, Niigata

Spotted one cub while passing through the area.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·3 weeks ago

Observed one bear running toward the mountains in the vicinity.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·3 weeks ago

One bear cub sighted near the Ōmine Mountain trailhead

Shibata, Niigata

Official ·3 weeks ago
Murakami, Niigata

Moved toward the Tainai City direction

Murakami, Niigata

Official ·3 weeks ago
Tainai, Niigata

Spotted one bear peeking out from the mountain.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·3 weeks ago

One bear was sighted in Shimoakaya, Tainai City, and went into the mountains to the south.

Tainai, Niigata

News ·3 weeks ago

A single bear-like animal was captured on the security camera.

Tainai, Niigata

Official ·1 month ago
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Tainai, Niigata
Total Distance: 6.4 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 15:00 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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Police
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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, 13 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 1 of them.

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

The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Tainai, Niigata.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 15:00. 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 Tainai, passing through Niigata. In the past 30 days, 13 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 1 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Tainai, Niigata. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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