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Kyotamba Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kyotamba, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kyotamba logged its most recent bear report in Sannomiya on March 29, 2026, when 1 black bear was seen there. Just one day earlier, Komo had another sighting on March 30, 2026, showing that bears are still moving through the area in early spring.
The busiest ground has been around Komo, Shimoyama, and other mountain edge communities such as Iwaki, Sakabara, Ueno, Shinohara, and Kado, with activity peaking in October 2024 at 14 incidents and staying active again in November 2025 and October 2025. Across Kyotamba, there have been 137 black bear sightings overall.
Kyotamba Bear Incident Map
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下山が10月26日と12月24日で2回出てるから、同じ個体が繰り返し現れてるのか、それとも複数いるのか気になるな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kyotamba
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kyotamba?
Kyotamba has 137 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Kyotamba?
The most recent bear sighting in Kyotamba was on March 29, 2026 in Kyotamba Komo, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kyotamba?
Recent bear sightings in Kyotamba have been concentrated in Kyotamba Shimoyama (14), Kyotamba Shimookubo (6), Kyotamba Masutani (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kyotamba?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kyotamba?
Kyotamba 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.