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Minowa Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Minowa Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Minowa Castle is watching the latest black bear report from Maebashi’s Ishikuracho, where a black bear was seen on May 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Reports also came in from Maebashi and Takasaki on May 6, 2026 at 7:50 p.m., showing how close these encounters have been to towns and neighborhoods.
The busiest places in this area have been Maebashi, Takasaki, Higashiagatsuma, and Shibukawa, with activity surging in October 2025 and November 2025, when the monthly totals reached 25 incidents each. The area has recorded 220 black bear sightings overall, and the recent run of spring reports fits a long pattern of steady bear presence across the region.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Minowa Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Minowa Castle?
Minowa Castle has recorded 220 bear incidents in total, with 9 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 Minowa Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Minowa Castle was on May 7, 2026 in Maebashi 石倉町, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Minowa Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Minowa Castle have been concentrated in Takasaki (9), Higashiagatsuma (6), Shibukawa 伊香保町水沢 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Minowa Castle?
Activity is elevated. 6 of the 9 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Minowa Castle?
Minowa 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.