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Moriyama Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Moriyama Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Moriyama Castle has seen its latest black bear report in Toyota Hirota on November 24, 2025 at 20:46, when 1 black bear was sighted. That is the newest note in the area’s record, and it shows the bears are still moving through this region.
The activity has been concentrated around Seto, especially Ukaimachi, Jokoji town, Hihara town, and Kawahira town, with additional sightings in Inuyama, Kasugai, and Toyota. Reports were busiest in April 2023 with 3 incidents, followed by May 2023 and November 2023 with 2 each, and the area has logged 11 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Moriyama Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Moriyama Castle?
Moriyama Castle has 11 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 Moriyama Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Moriyama Castle was on November 24, 2025 in Toyota 広田, Aichi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Moriyama Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Moriyama Castle have been concentrated in Seto 海上町 (3), Seto 定光寺町 (2), Toyota 広田 (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Moriyama Castle?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Moriyama Castle?
Moriyama 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.