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Heijō Palace Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Heijō Palace, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome on April 10, 2026 at 16:40, a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond and closed to about 5 meters before the witness shouted it away and escaped unharmed. That kind of close encounter is the sharpest recent warning sign around Heijō Palace.
The busiest stretches of activity have been in Kizugawa City, especially around Kamo cho, Yamashiro cho, and nearby roads, with other recent reports also coming from Nara neighborhoods such as Besshiyocho and Ninnikusencho. Reports peaked in November 2025 with 64 sightings and stayed high in October 2025 with 38, June 2025 with 39, and July 2025 with 25, while the area has recorded 237 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Heijō Palace
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Heijō Palace?
Heijō Palace has recorded 237 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Heijō Palace?
The most recent bear sighting in Heijō Palace was on March 19, 2026 in Nara Besshiyocho, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Heijō Palace?
Recent bear sightings in Heijō Palace have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (12), Kizugawa Umedani (9), Kizugawa Kamocho-Hokkejino (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Heijō Palace?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Heijō Palace?
Heijō Palace 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.