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A record near a trailhead does not describe the whole route. When planning a hike or a forest walk, combine public records for the region with announcements from the authority managing the trail.
Identify the regions along the whole route
Note the mountain, trailhead, rest points and exit, then identify the relevant prefectures. Check both sides of a route crossing a boundary. Even when a point appears close to a trail, read the place name and description in the original source.
Compare recent dates and publication scope
Switch between the default 90-day view and seven-day or 30-day views to compare recent dates. No imported points in seven days is different from no sightings in seven days.
A monthly report or a list of human injury incidents cannot represent all sightings. Check the source page for coverage, latest dates and official links alongside the map.
Check trail and park access announcements separately
Read announcements from the local government, park and trail manager. This map does not display usable walking routes or current closure areas. Check weather and facility conditions separately rather than deciding whether to go from the map alone.
The Ministry of the Environment provides bear information for national park visitors. Read it with the relevant local announcements.
Interpret radar bearings and straight-line distances
A paw on the radar marks a historical record location. “East, 2 km” means that recorded place is approximately two kilometres east; it does not mean you will meet a bear after walking two kilometres or give the distance along the trail.
Heading comes from your device’s sensors. Distance is estimated from your location and the record coordinates. Read the sighting date and use the original source to check location details and context.
Common questions
Can radar choose a safe direction for my hike?
No. Radar does not assess routes or safe directions. It displays directions and straight-line distances to historical records. Check official local information for route access conditions.
Will records remain available if I lose reception?
This website does not guarantee offline maps or continued access to records. Review information beforehand and prepare local notices using the methods offered by the relevant manager.