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Kōzuki Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kōzuki Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kōzuki Castle has most recently seen a black bear in Mimasaka Miyabara on April 18, 2026, the latest sighting in the area. Just before that, bears were reported in Mimasaka 鈩 on April 17, 2026, and the spring run of sightings kept going through Mimasaka 向原, Akada, Sawada, 大屋, and Ouchidani.
The activity around Kōzuki Castle has been spread across Mimasaka, with repeated reports in 金谷 and additional sightings in 庄田, Ouchidani, 大屋, Sawada, Akada, 向原, and Miyabara. The busiest stretch in the record came in September 2025 with 3 incidents, matched by July 2025 with 3 incidents, and the area has logged 23 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kōzuki Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kōzuki Castle?
Kōzuki Castle has recorded 23 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Kōzuki Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Kōzuki Castle was on April 17, 2026 in Mimasaka Miyabara, Okayama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kōzuki Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Kōzuki Castle have been concentrated in Mimasaka 金谷 (2), Mimasaka Miyabara (1), Mimasaka 向原 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kōzuki Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kōzuki Castle?
Kōzuki 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.