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Kiso Village Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kiso Village, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kiso Village’s latest bear report came on December 2, 2025 at 09:00, when 1 black bear was reported in Kiso with the size unknown. Just before that, on November 25, 2025 at 09:00, another black bear was reported in Kiso, and on November 24, 2025 at 09:00 one more was seen in Kiso 大字菅.
Most of the activity has been centered in Kiso, Kiso 大字小木曽, and Kiso 大字薮原, with September bringing a bear trace in satoyama and a sighting near the garbage collection site in rural Kiso. The busiest stretch came in June with 4 incidents, followed by July with 3 and August with 5, and the village has logged 26 black bear sightings overall.
Kiso Village Bear Incident Map
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11月25日の夜間目撃、けっこう危険な時間帯だな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kiso Village
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kiso Village?
Kiso Village has 26 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 Kiso Village?
The most recent bear sighting in Kiso Village was on December 2, 2025 in Kiso, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kiso Village?
Recent bear sightings in Kiso Village have been concentrated in Kiso 大字小木曽 (11), Kiso 大字菅 (7), Kiso (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kiso Village?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kiso Village?
Kiso Village 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.