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Kyotango Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kyotango, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kyotango's latest bear report came on April 29, 2026 at Kyōga misaki Lighthouse, where 1 black bear crossed the road from east to west near the bend after the highway turn, and it was described as more than 100 cm in body size. Earlier reports also came from Shimotsuneyoshi in Omiya cho, Kabutoyama Elementary School in Kanzaki, Kumihama, and Seki, Kumihama Town, showing bears moving through both roadside and neighborhood edges.
The most active places in Kyotango have been the Kumihama area, Aminocho Asamogawa, Mineyamacho Kami, Yasakacho Yoshisawa, and Uramyō, with fresh reports still appearing in February and January. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 72 incidents, stayed high through August with 47, June with 45, and October with 44, and the area has now recorded 1,585 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kyotango
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kyotango?
Kyotango has recorded 1,585 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Kyotango?
The most recent bear sighting in Kyotango was on February 4, 2026 in Near the pool of Kabutoyama Elementary School, Kanzaki, Kumihama (Kyotango), Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kyotango?
Recent bear sightings in Kyotango have been concentrated in Kyōtango Omiyacho-Morimoto (6), Kyōtango (5), Kyōtango Omiyacho-Kuchiono (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kyotango?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Kyotango?
Kyotango 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.