News Black Bear Kizugawa City, Kamo-cho Onoyama area (about 400 m upstream of the Akada River floodgate), Kyoto Nov 8, 2025

Description

On November 8, 2025, sightings of a bear-like animal were reported in Kizugawa City, including the Kamo-cho Onoyama area (about 400 m upstream of the Akada River floodgate). Observers reported an individual descending from the left-bank embankment toward the river and additional sightings in Kizugawadai 8-chome and the Kaseyama area.

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Summary

On November 8, multiple sightings of a bear-like animal were reported across Kizugawa City in the Sōraku area. Local authorities urged residents to manage food waste and fruit trees to prevent attracting bears and asked anyone with sightings to contact the municipal construction and agricultural department.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Address

Coordinates

34.750396, 135.857348

Sources