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Kenroku-en Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kenroku-en, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kenroku-en's latest sharp warning comes from April 30, 2026 in Tsubata Town, where a student spotted one bear like animal in the grass near Kasano Elementary School in Yamakita. Two days earlier, on April 28, 2026, a school staff member reported a bear sighting at Kariyasu Elementary School in Tsubata, and on April 26, 2026, a bear was seen near Kurikara Fudoji and on a road beside it before running toward the mountain.
The most active places in this stretch are Tsubata Town, Kanazawa City, Hakusan, and Nomi, with reports reaching into school grounds, roads, temple approaches, and roadside edges. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 65 incidents and stayed heavy in October 2025 with 61 and June 2025 with 60, while Kenroku-en has now seen 1,728 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kenroku-en
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kenroku-en?
Kenroku-en has recorded 1,728 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Kenroku-en?
The most recent bear sighting in Kenroku-en was on April 30, 2026 in Tsubata Yamakita, Ishikawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kenroku-en?
Recent bear sightings in Kenroku-en have been concentrated in Nanto 小山 (12), Kanazawa Kakumamachi (5), Nanto 竹内 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kenroku-en?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kenroku-en?
Kenroku-en 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.