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Kasugayama Primeval Forest Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kasugayama Primeval Forest, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kasugayama Primeval Forest has a fresh black bear report from April 10, 2026 at 16:40 in Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome, where one bear came down from the hill beside the pond and was seen at about 5 meters away before it fled after the person shouted. That kind of close encounter is the most immediate sign of what is moving through this area now.
The busiest pressure points are around Kizugawa City, especially Yamashiro cho and Kamo cho, with repeated sightings in Nakagaito, Tsubai, Kamikoma, Hokaji no Furoda, and Kitadaimon, and other reports have also come from Nara places such as Besshiyocho and Ninnikusencho. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 59 incidents, stayed high in October 2025 with 45, and still remained heavy in June 2025 with 42; the area has recorded 248 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kasugayama Primeval Forest
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kasugayama Primeval Forest?
Kasugayama Primeval Forest has recorded 248 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 Kasugayama Primeval Forest?
The most recent bear sighting in Kasugayama Primeval Forest 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 Kasugayama Primeval Forest?
Recent bear sightings in Kasugayama Primeval Forest 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 Kasugayama Primeval Forest?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kasugayama Primeval Forest?
Kasugayama Primeval Forest 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.