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Seto Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Seto, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Seto’s most recent black bear report came on October 15, 2025, when 1 bear was seen in Seto 下半田川町. Before that, another 1 bear was reported in Seto 片草町 on July 5, 2025, showing that bear activity is still reaching the town’s edge.
The most active pockets have been Seto 海上町, with 3 sightings in April 2023 and 2 more in May 2023, while Seto also saw reports in 定光寺町, 広久手町, 針原町, and 川平町. The busiest months in the record were April 2023 with 3 reports and May 2023 with 2, and Seto has logged 12 black bear sightings overall.
Seto Bear Incident Map
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2025年に入ってからも10月と7月に出没してるから、瀬戸市はずっとツキノワグマが現れやすい場所なんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Seto
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Seto?
Seto has 12 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 Seto?
The most recent bear sighting in Seto was on October 15, 2025 in Seto 下半田川町, Aichi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Seto?
Recent bear sightings in Seto have been concentrated in Seto 海上町 (3), Seto 定光寺町 (2), Seto 下半田川町 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Seto?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Seto?
Seto 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.