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Mount Myōken Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Myōken
Mount Myōken had a Black Bear report in Kameoka Higashibetsuincho-Koizumi on August 4, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are spread across Kameoka Higashibetsuincho-Koizumi, Kameoka Hatanocho-Sengahata, and Kameoka Higashibetsuincho-Nange. The area has 141 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Myōken
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Myōken?
Mount Myōken has recorded 141 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Myōken?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Myōken was on August 3, 2026 in Kameoka Higashibetsuincho-Koizumi, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Myōken?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Myōken have been concentrated in Nose Ozato (7), Toyono Yoshikawa (5), Nose Shukuno (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Myōken?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Myōken?
Mount Myōken 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.