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Ghibli Park Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ghibli Park, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ghibli Park's most recent black bear report came on April 22, 2026 at Toyota 西市野々町, where several calls from what sounded like 2 Asian black bears were heard below the observation deck cliff. The exact number was not confirmed, but the calls came from different tones, and the animal presence was close enough to be clearly noticed from the overlook.
The busiest ground has been around Toyota, Seto, and nearby mountain edges, with reports also reaching Tajimi, Kasugai, and Toki. Activity peaked in April 2023 with 3 incidents, and May 2023 added 2 more, while later reports still appeared in December 2025 and November 2025; across this area, there have been 34 black bear sightings in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ghibli Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ghibli Park?
Ghibli Park has recorded 34 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Ghibli Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Ghibli Park was on April 22, 2026 in Toyota 西市野々町, Aichi, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ghibli Park?
Recent bear sightings in Ghibli Park have been concentrated in Toki (9), Toki 鶴里町柿野 (5), Seto 海上町 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ghibli Park?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ghibli Park?
Ghibli Park 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.