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Joyo Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Joyo
Joyo had a Black Bear report in Tomino Horiguchi district, Joyo City on November 20, 2025. No new incidents have been reported in the past 30 days. Recent activity is quiet, though this area has past records. The area has 10 recorded incidents in total.
Joyo Bear Incident Map
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11月だけで5件も報告されてるから、この1ヶ月は相当多いな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Joyo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Joyo?
Joyo has 10 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 Joyo?
The most recent bear sighting in Joyo was on November 19, 2025 in Tomino Horiguchi district, Joyo City, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Joyo?
Recent bear sightings in Joyo have been concentrated in Tomino Horiguchi district, Joyo City (1), Joyo Tono (1), Joyo Ichinobe (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Joyo?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Joyo?
Joyo 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.