News Black Bear Matsugasaki Kotakeyabu-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City (Takano River riverbank), Kyoto Nov 19, 2025, 07:40 AM

Description

At around 07:40 on November 19, 2025, police received a report of one bear sighted on the riverbank of the Takano River in Matsugasaki Kotakeyabu-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. No injuries or damage have been confirmed, and the Kyoto Prefectural Police have warned nearby residents to be cautious.

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Summary

On the morning of the 19th, a bear was reported sighted on the riverbank of the Takano River in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. No injuries or damage have been confirmed, and the prefectural police have urged nearby residents to stay alert.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 07:40 AM

Address

Coordinates

35.049644, 135.786168

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