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Mount Atago Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Atago, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Atago has been hearing more black bear reports lately, and the most recent one came on April 26, 2026, when three black bears believed to be a parent and cubs were spotted on a road in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City. Just before that, on April 25, 2026, three bears were reported along the Kiyotaki River in Umegahata Tono hara cho, with another sighting the same morning near Koyasan ji in Ukyo Ward.
Most of the activity in this area is centered around Kyoto City, especially Ukyo Ward and Kita Ward, with more reports also turning up in Kameoka Hozucho and Kitasaga Kitanodancho. The pace was heaviest in October 2025 with 21 incidents and November 2025 with 18, then it stayed active into December 2025 with 7 and March 2026 with 4. Across this area, there have been 274 black bear sightings overall.
Mount Atago Bear Incident Map
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12月1日だけで4件も報告されてるけど、同じ個体が移動してるのか、それとも別々のクマなのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Atago
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Atago?
Mount Atago has recorded 274 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 5 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Mount Atago?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Atago was on April 25, 2026 in Kyoto, Kyoto, where 3 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Atago?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Atago have been concentrated in Kyoto (6), Nantan Yagicho-Kamiyoshi (6), Kyoto Oharano-Kitakasugacho (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Atago?
Activity is elevated. 5 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Atago?
Mount Atago is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.