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Gujō Hachiman Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gujō Hachiman Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Gujō Hachiman Castle, the most recent black bear report came on March 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM in Gujō 大和町落部, where 1 black bear was seen. That keeps the pressure on this area after a run of late 2025 sightings, including 2 black bears in Gujō 白鳥町為真 on December 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM.
The busiest ground has been around Gujō, with repeated reports in 白鳥町為真, 大和町, 明宝二間手, 美並町山田, and 和良町沢, plus a nearby report in Gero Kanayamacho-Unohara. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 19 incidents, then stayed active in November 2025 with 6 and December 2025 with 3, and the area has logged 437 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gujō Hachiman Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gujō Hachiman Castle?
Gujō Hachiman Castle has 437 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 Gujō Hachiman Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Gujō Hachiman Castle was on March 4, 2026 in Gujo 大和町落部, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Gujō Hachiman Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Gujō Hachiman Castle have been concentrated in Gujo (12), Seki (10), Gujo 明宝二間手 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Gujō Hachiman Castle?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Gujō Hachiman Castle?
Gujō Hachiman 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.