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Kitora Tomb Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kitora Tomb
Kitora Tomb had a Black Bear report in Takatori Tainosho on June 16, 2026. There were 3 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Kurotaki Nakato, Takatori Tainosho, and Yoshino Yanagi. The area has 69 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kitora Tomb
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kitora Tomb?
Kitora Tomb has recorded 69 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Kitora Tomb?
The most recent bear sighting in Kitora Tomb was on April 4, 2026 in Yoshino, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kitora Tomb?
Recent bear sightings in Kitora Tomb have been concentrated in Shimoichi Zengi (6), Shimoichi Yomura (6), Shimoichi Saitani (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kitora Tomb?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kitora Tomb?
Kitora Tomb 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.