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Hagi Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hagi Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hagi Castle was in the spotlight on May 8, 2026 at 08:00, when 1 black bear was reported in Hagi Yamada. That was the latest sign of bear activity in the area, after 2 black bears were seen in Hagi Sanmi on May 5, 2026 at 19:00.
Most of the recent activity has centered on Hagi Sanmi, Hagi Chinto, and nearby parts of Hagi, with reports also reaching Nagato Misumikami and Hagi Kurogawa. The pattern has stayed active through April 2026, which had 7 reports, after December 2025 with 3 and November 2025 with 4; across the full record, 94 black bear sightings have been logged around Hagi Castle.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hagi Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hagi Castle?
Hagi Castle has recorded 94 bear incidents in total, with 8 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 Hagi Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Hagi Castle was on May 7, 2026 in Hagi Yamada, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hagi Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Hagi Castle have been concentrated in Hagi (25), Hagi Kawakami (7), Hagi Yamada (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hagi Castle?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 8 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hagi Castle?
Hagi 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.