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Kōchi Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kōchi Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kōchi Castle has recorded a notable incident on November 16, 2025 when a black bear was seen near Kami 土佐山田町宝町一丁目, and the area has a total of 7 sightings on record. Activity in the area also appears in June 2025 with 2 sightings and in September 2025 with 1 sighting.
Visitors are told that bears have been observed repeatedly at Kami 土佐山田町宝町一丁目 with additional reports in June 2024 with 1 and May 2024 with 1, and an earlier sighting in October 2024 with 1. The local guide notes the species as the black bear and emphasizes the exact total of 7 sightings for the Kōchi Castle area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kōchi Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kōchi Castle?
Kōchi Castle has 7 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 Kōchi Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Kōchi Castle was on November 16, 2025 in Kami 土佐山田町宝町一丁目, Kochi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kōchi Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Kōchi Castle have been concentrated in Kami 土佐山田町宝町一丁目 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kōchi Castle?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kōchi Castle?
Kōchi 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.