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Ishigakiyama Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ishigakiyama Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ishigakiyama Castle is seeing bear activity that is still fresh and close to the roads: on April 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM, one black bear was reported in Matsuda 松田惣領. Earlier in the same winter, bears were also reported in Hakone, Hadano Sakuracho 1 chome, and Yamakita 向原, showing that the movement has been reaching several communities around the castle area.
The busiest stretches have been in and around Atami City, where multiple reports came in during January 2026, including sightings near the Izu Skyline, the Nekkan Road, and the foothills of Mount Takanosu; Matsuda, Hakone, and Hadano have also stayed active. The wider area has recorded 131 black bear sightings overall, with the heaviest monthly run in November 2025 at 12 and another strong stretch in January 2026 and December 2025, each with 8 reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ishigakiyama Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ishigakiyama Castle?
Ishigakiyama Castle has recorded 131 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Ishigakiyama Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Ishigakiyama Castle was on April 15, 2026 in Matsuda 松田惣領, Kanagawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ishigakiyama Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Ishigakiyama Castle have been concentrated in Matsuda 松田庶子 (20), Yamakita 向原 (18), Yamakita 山北 (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ishigakiyama Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ishigakiyama Castle?
Ishigakiyama 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.