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Kakegawa Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kakegawa Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kakegawa Castle is watching a fresh bear case from December 29, 2025, when a dead black bear was found beside the JR Tokaido Line tracks in Kakegawa City near Mansui. The animal was a male about 115 cm long, and it was found with severe injuries that pointed to a train strike.
The heaviest activity has been centered on Kakegawa City and nearby Kikugawa City, with another report from Toyosawa in Fukuroi on January 3, 2026 and signs such as a bear and paw prints around Horinouchi in December 2025. The pace peaked in December 2025 with 16 incidents, then dropped to 1 in January 2026, and the area has logged 19 black bear sightings in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kakegawa Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kakegawa Castle?
Kakegawa Castle has 19 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 Kakegawa Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Kakegawa Castle was on January 3, 2026 in Near Chubu School Lunch Center (Toyosawa, Fukuroi), Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kakegawa Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Kakegawa Castle have been concentrated in Mansui, Kakegawa City (3), Kakegawa City (2), Kikugawa Horinouchi (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kakegawa Castle?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kakegawa Castle?
Kakegawa 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.