Community Black Bear Gero, Gifu Jul 17, 2026, 05:00 AM

Description

While traveling by bicycle from Kosaka Town toward Nigori-go Onsen, I saw a bear at this location. I was walking while pushing my bicycle when a bear appeared about 30 meters ahead at a curve in the road. The bear crossed the road (from left to right) and moved into the vegetation on the far side. The bear glanced toward me for a moment but ignored me. I stood and waited there for a few minutes, and afterwards I safely passed the spot where the bear had crossed. Observations: When riding a bicycle or motorcycle in this area, be especially careful where there are bushes, bamboo grass (sasa), or other vegetation along both sides of the road where bears can hide. Reduce your speed to avoid sudden encounters. Cyclists may also want to attach a bear bell for bicycles or ring a bell. Note: The photos were taken from Google Maps Street View. The bear appeared at the location shown in the photos. About 70 meters before where I encountered the bear, there were about 10 monkeys.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

Community

Date & Time

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 05:00 AM

Address

Coordinates

35.950635, 137.361503