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Kikkō Park Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kikkō Park
Kikkō Park had a Black Bear report in Waki Sekigahama on June 14, 2026. There were 6 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Ōtake Mitsuishicho, Iwakuni 美和町生見, and Ōtake Hatcho. The area has 315 recorded incidents in total.
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Kikkō Park Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kikkō Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kikkō Park?
Kikkō Park has recorded 315 bear incidents in total, with 6 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 Kikkō Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Kikkō Park was on June 14, 2026 in Waki Sekigahama, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kikkō Park?
Recent bear sightings in Kikkō Park have been concentrated in Iwakuni (17), Ōtake Kuritanicho-Okuribayashi (9), Iwakuni 美和町生見 (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kikkō Park?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kikkō Park?
Kikkō Park 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.
