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Kyōbashi River Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kyōbashi River, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kyōbashi River saw a black bear reported in a settlement in Hiroshima Prefecture on January 10, 2026, and that is the latest sign of the animal pushing close to people in this area. Just before that, a bear was also seen at Asa Zoological Park in Hiroshima on December 16, 2025, enough to close part of the west area until December 19.
Most of the activity has centered on Hiroshima City, especially Asaminami Ward, where Kamiyasu 7-chome, Numata, Ado, Toyama district, Yamamoto-cho, and Koiosako 3-chome have all shown repeated signs of bears near homes, roads, and persimmon trees. The reports peak in November and December, with 6 incidents in November 2025 and 5 in December 2025, and the area has logged 16 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kyōbashi River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kyōbashi River?
Kyōbashi River has 16 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 Kyōbashi River?
The most recent bear sighting in Kyōbashi River was on January 9, 2026 in a settlement, Hiroshima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kyōbashi River?
Recent bear sightings in Kyōbashi River have been concentrated in Kamiyasu 7-chome, Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima City (2), Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima (2), a settlement (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kyōbashi River?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kyōbashi River?
Kyōbashi 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.