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Iwakuni Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iwakuni 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 Iwakuni Castle, the most recent black bear report came on May 5, 2026 in Ōtake Boroku, where 1 bear was spotted. Earlier that same week, bears were also reported in Iwakuni 美和町生見 at 12:30 on May 1, 2026, in Waki Seta at 10:23 on May 1, 2026, and in Iwakuni 本郷町波野 on April 29, 2026.
The activity has been strongest around Iwakuni and Ōtake, with more reports also coming from Waki and the Miwa area of Iwakuni, including 美和町阿賀, 美和町北中山, and 川西三丁目. The busiest month in the record was November 2024 with 19 incidents, followed by October 2025 with 11, and the area has logged 299 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwakuni Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwakuni Castle?
Iwakuni Castle has recorded 299 bear incidents in total, with 6 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Iwakuni Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwakuni Castle was on May 4, 2026 in Ōtake Boroku, Hiroshima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iwakuni Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Iwakuni Castle have been concentrated in Iwakuni (19), Iwakuni 入野 (11), Ōtake Kuritanicho-Okuribayashi (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwakuni Castle?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Iwakuni Castle?
Iwakuni 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.