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Takatō Castle to Ueno Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 120 km · 3 stops · 12 sightings · Saved April 27, 2026 · Last updated 14 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 120 km route runs from Takatō Castle to Ueno, passing through Nagano, Gunma, and Yamanashi. In the past 30 days, 12 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them. The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Fujimi, Nagano.

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

Your Route

Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (2)

2 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Nagano, Gunma, Yamanashi.

Takatō Castle
Low Risk

Takatō Castle

Nagano

132 incidents

Kenpuku-ji Temple
Low Risk

Kenpuku-ji Temple

Nagano

131 incidents

Takatō Castle
Low Risk

Takatō Castle

Nagano

132 incidents

Kenpuku-ji Temple
Low Risk

Kenpuku-ji Temple

Nagano

131 incidents

Route Timeline

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Takatō Castle, Nagano
Low Risk 2.1 km No incidents
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Takatō Castle, Nagano
High Risk 118 km 12 sightings within 5 km
Fujimi, Nagano

Size: adult

Fujimi, Nagano

Official ·3 days ago
Hokuto Nagasakacho-Hino, Yamanashi

Hokuto Nagasakacho-Hino, Yamanashi

Official ·5 days ago
Fujimi, Nagano

Size: juvenile

Fujimi, Nagano

Official ·6 days ago
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Fujimi, Nagano

A bear was sighted in Fujimi, Fujimi Town, Nagano around 6:40 a.m. on June 15.

Fujimi, Nagano

News ·1 week ago

Size: unknown

Fujimi, Nagano

Official ·1 week ago

Hokuto Takanecho-Nagasawa, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago

Size: cub

Fujimi, Nagano

Official ·2 weeks ago
Hokuto Nagasakacho-Nagasakakamijo, Yamanashi

Walked from Nagasaka Ushii Pond toward Kitz Nagasaka Factory.

Hokuto Nagasakacho-Nagasakakamijo, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Hokuto Nagasakacho-Nagasakakamijo, Yamanashi

Hokuto Nagasakacho-Nagasakakamijo, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Hokuto Sutamacho-Wakamiko, Yamanashi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Hokuto Kobuchisawacho, Yamanashi

Hokuto Kobuchisawacho, Yamanashi

Official ·1 month ago

Size: adult (fully grown)

Fujimi, Nagano

Official ·1 month ago
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Ueno, Gunma
Total Distance: 120 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 10:00 with 2 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, 12 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 3 days ago near Fujimi, Nagano.

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 120 km route runs from Takatō Castle to Ueno, passing through Nagano, Gunma, and Yamanashi. In the past 30 days, 12 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them. The latest sighting was reported 3 days ago near Fujimi, Nagano. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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