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Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum, the latest black bear report came on January 10, 2026, from a settlement in Hiroshima Prefecture, where 1 bear was sighted and no exact time or damage details were given. In the same stretch of recent activity, Asa Zoological Park, Hiroshima closed part of its west area on December 16, 2025 after a bear sighting, with the closed section set to reopen on December 19.
The heaviest activity has been around Asaminami Ward in Hiroshima City, especially near Kamiyasu, Numata, Ado, Yamamoto cho, and Toyama district, where sightings and tracks have kept turning up around homes, roads, and persimmon trees. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 6 incidents and stayed busy in December 2025 with 5, while the area has logged 16 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum?
Hiroshima Prefectural Art 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 Prefectural Art Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Hiroshima Prefectural Art 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 Prefectural Art Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Hiroshima Prefectural Art 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 Prefectural Art Museum?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum?
Hiroshima Prefectural Art 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.