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Matsushiro Castle Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Matsushiro Castle
Matsushiro Castle had a Black Bear report in Ueda on August 6, 2026. There were 27 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Ueda, Suzaka, and Chikuma Togura. The area has 471 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Matsushiro Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Matsushiro Castle?
Matsushiro Castle has recorded 471 bear incidents in total, with 27 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Matsushiro Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Matsushiro Castle was on August 5, 2026 in Ueda, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Matsushiro Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Matsushiro Castle have been concentrated in Ueda (21), Suzaka (8), Takayama Takai (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Matsushiro Castle?
Activity has slowed. 6 incidents in the last 7 days, 27 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Matsushiro Castle?
Matsushiro 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.