KumaSpot

KumaSpot is an app that displays bear sighting locations (in Tokyo and parts of Yamanashi Prefecture) on a map, based on data (with permission) from the "Asian Black Bear Sighting Information Map TOKYO Kuma Map" published by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Environment. It notifies you when you approach a spot near your current location, supporting safe decision-making during mountain climbing, hiking, and outings.

Main Features
• Bear Spot Map Display: Easily view the latest sighting information on a map.
• Approach Notification: Sound alert when you approach a set radius.
• Display Period Filter: Select from the last 1 month to 3 years, or all time.
• Offline Functionality: Pre-display maps and caches map tiles.
• Simple Operation: Follow current location, rotate compass, and test notification with one tap.

Note
• This app is not an official app provided by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government does not guarantee the quality or content of this app.
• There may be a time lag in reflecting the latest information. Please also check "TOKYO Kuma Map (Power BI version)" for the latest information.

• Location and notification permissions are required to use the notification function. Please be mindful of battery consumption.

*Tokyo Metropolitan Area Black Bear Sighting Information Map TOKYO Kuma Map Data Source:
https://www.kankyo.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/nature/animals_plants/bear/data