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Jōjō Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Jōjō Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Jōjō Castle is watching a sharp recent sign of black bear activity nearby: on April 22, 2026, in Toyota 西市野々町, several calls believed to be from 2 black bears were heard below the observation deck cliff, with different tones carrying from the ravine. That is the latest close-in warning that bears are still moving through the hills around this area.
The most active places in this record are Toyota and Seto, with additional reports in Tajimi, Kani, Inuyama, and Kasugai. Activity peaks in April 2023 with 3 incidents, and there are also smaller rises in May 2023 with 2 and in November 2025 with 2, while the full record for this area reaches 20 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Jōjō Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Jōjō Castle?
Jōjō Castle has recorded 20 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 Jōjō Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Jōjō Castle was on April 22, 2026 in Toyota 西市野々町, Aichi, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Jōjō Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Jōjō Castle have been concentrated in Seto 海上町 (3), Seto 定光寺町 (2), Toyota 西市野々町 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Jōjō Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Jōjō Castle?
Jōjō 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.