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Kizu River Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kizu River, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kizu River saw its most striking recent encounter on December 23, 2025, when 2 black bears crossed the right lane of the Yamato Kaido in Kameyama while a motorcycle was heading toward Nara; both bears were about 1.3 meters long. That kind of roadside crossing is the sharpest reminder of what has been moving through this area.
The busiest stretches of activity have been around Tsu and Iga, with additional reports in Nabari and Kameyama, and the pace was strongest in June 2025 with 5 reports, followed by October 2024 with 4. Across this area, 15 black bear sightings have been recorded, with reports still turning up in November 2025, December 2025, and into the summer months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kizu River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kizu River?
Kizu River has 15 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 Kizu River?
The most recent bear sighting in Kizu River was on December 23, 2025 in Kameyama, Mie, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kizu River?
Recent bear sightings in Kizu River have been concentrated in Tsu Geinocho-Onohira (2), Kameyama (1), Tsu Misugicho-Hatemata (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kizu River?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kizu River?
Kizu River 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.