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Kii Mountains Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kii Mountains
Kii Mountains had a Black Bear report in Kamikitayama Kawai on August 4, 2026. There were 13 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Kamikitayama Kawai, Gojo, and Kawakami. The area has 44 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kii Mountains
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kii Mountains?
Kii Mountains has recorded 44 bear incidents in total, with 13 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Kii Mountains?
The most recent bear sighting in Kii Mountains was on August 3, 2026 in Kamikitayama Kawai, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kii Mountains?
Recent bear sightings in Kii Mountains have been concentrated in Kamikitayama Kawai (15), Kamikitayama (8), Totsukawa (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kii Mountains?
Activity is elevated. 6 of the 13 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Kii Mountains?
Kii Mountains 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.