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Kintai Bridge Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kintai Bridge, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kintai Bridge area has just seen a black bear spotted in Ōtake Boroku on May 5, 2026, and the report came in as a direct sighting. Earlier in the same stretch of days, bears were also reported in Iwakuni and nearby Waki, including Iwakuni 美和町生見 on May 1, 2026 at 12:30 and Waki Seta on May 1, 2026 at 10:23.
The heaviest activity has been around Iwakuni, especially 美和町, 本郷町, and 周東町, with Ōtake also showing up in the recent reports. Activity has been strongest in April 2026 with 9 incidents, and the broader record for this area now stands at 297 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kintai Bridge
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kintai Bridge?
Kintai Bridge has recorded 297 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 Kintai Bridge?
The most recent bear sighting in Kintai Bridge 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 Kintai Bridge?
Recent bear sightings in Kintai Bridge 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 Kintai Bridge?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kintai Bridge?
Kintai Bridge 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.