News Black Bear Kameyama City, Mie Jan 24, 2026

Description

On January 24 in the morning, a hiker in Kameyama City, Mie Prefecture reported finding bear tracks in the snow. In response, Mie Prefecture issued a "bear alert" advisory for 10 municipalities including Kameyama and Yokkaichi.

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Summary

On January 24 a hiker in Kameyama City found bear tracks in the snow and reported it. Mie Prefecture issued a "bear alert" for 10 municipalities, advising people to carry noise-making devices like bells or radios and to avoid going alone in the mountains.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Address

Coordinates

34.855829, 136.451572

Sources