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Gifu Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gifu Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Gifu Castle area bears have been active down in Seki and Gifu City, and the sharpest recent alarm came on May 7, 2026, when four chickens at a home in Seki Nishihongo were found dead and were believed to have been attacked by a black bear. Earlier that week and late in April, a bear was repeatedly seen along the Nagara River in Ikejiri, Seki, and another sighting near Gifu Family Park in Kitano Kita led to temporary park closures.
The busiest stretches are around Seki, Gifu City, and Yamagata, with activity clustering in late April and early May, while the monthly totals show April 2026 as the peak with 10 incidents and November 2025 as another busy month with 13. This area has recorded 304 black bear sightings overall, and the recent reports show bears lingering near riverbanks, neighborhoods, and park edges.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gifu Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gifu Castle?
Gifu Castle has recorded 304 bear incidents in total, with 13 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Gifu Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Gifu Castle was on April 30, 2026 in Seki 池尻, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Gifu Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Gifu Castle have been concentrated in Ibigawa 谷汲長瀬 (10), Ono 大字稲富 (6), Motosu Komi (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gifu Castle?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 13 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Gifu Castle?
Gifu 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.