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Nihonmatsu Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nihonmatsu Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Nihonmatsu Castle, a black bear was spotted in Harasekawara, Nihonmatsu City, on April 30, 2026 at about 10:50 a.m. The bear was about 1 meter long, seen on a farm road by a woman in her 80s, and no human injuries or property damage were reported.
The most active places have been around Fukushima City, especially Matsukawamachi Mizuhara, Niida Shimokawahara, Sakuramoto, and Hiraiishi, with fresh reports also reaching Ōtama Village on May 7, 2026. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 175 incidents and stayed high in November 2025 with 141, before easing through winter; this area has recorded 954 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nihonmatsu Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nihonmatsu Castle?
Nihonmatsu Castle has recorded 954 bear incidents in total, with 21 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Nihonmatsu Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Nihonmatsu Castle was on May 6, 2026 in Otama Tamanoi, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nihonmatsu Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Nihonmatsu Castle have been concentrated in Fukushima (7), Fukushima Arai (4), Fukushima Sakuramoto (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nihonmatsu Castle?
Activity has slowed. 4 incidents in the last 7 days, 21 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nihonmatsu Castle?
Nihonmatsu 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.