Cities & Towns · Mie
Tsu Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tsu’s latest black bear report came on November 5, 2025 in Tsu Misugicho Hatemata, where 1 bear was seen. It is the newest sign of activity in an area that has now recorded 17 black bear sightings overall.
The busiest stretch has been around Anocho, Geinocho, and Hakusancho, while October 2024 was the peak month with 10 reports and November 2024 added 2 more. Activity also returned in June 2025 with 3 sightings, and then again in July 2025 and November 2025 with 1 report each.
Tsu Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Places in Mie
Comments (1)
芸濃町の河川で同じ場所に3回も出てるのは何かあるんだろう。
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tsu?
Tsu has 17 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 Tsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Tsu was on November 5, 2025 in Tsu Misugicho-Hatemata, Mie, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tsu?
Recent bear sightings in Tsu have been concentrated in Tsu Anocho-Otsuka (6), Tsu Anocho-Kawanishi (2), Tsu Geinocho-Onohira (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tsu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tsu?
Tsu 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.