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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum has been seeing fresh bear trouble in Asaminami Ward. On December 16, 2025, Asa Zoological Park closed part of its west area after a black bear sighting, and the affected section was set to reopen on December 19.
The busiest ground has been around Asaminami Ward in Hiroshima City, with repeated reports from Kamiyasu, Numata, Yamamoto-cho, Toyama, and Hiroshima Koiosako 3-chome. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 6 reports and stayed high in December 2025 with 5, while the area has recorded 16 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum?
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum has 16 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 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum was on January 9, 2026 in a settlement, Hiroshima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum have been concentrated in Kamiyasu 7-chome, Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima City (2), Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima (2), a settlement (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum?
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum 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.