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Fushimi Castle Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Fushimi Castle
Fushimi Castle had a Black Bear report in Joyo Nagaike on August 12, 2026. There were 5 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Joyo Nagaike, Kyoto, and Otsu Tanakami-Sekinotsucho. The area has 343 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Fushimi Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Fushimi Castle?
Fushimi Castle has recorded 343 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 2 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Fushimi Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Fushimi Castle was on August 7, 2026 in Otsu Tanakami-Sekinotsucho, Shiga, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Fushimi Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Fushimi Castle have been concentrated in Kyoto (29), Ide (5), Kyoto Uzumasa-Goryodencho (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Fushimi Castle?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Fushimi Castle?
Fushimi Castle 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.