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Odani Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Odani Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Odani Castle is hearing the same story the rest of this corner of Nagahama has been hearing: on April 13, 2026, at 16:30, a black bear was seen in Nagahama Kinomotocho Hannoura along the return route from Oku Biwako Parkway. That is the most recent sign of a black bear moving through the area.
The busiest stretch has been around the west bank of the Yogo River in Shigenori, Takatsuki cho, Nagahama, with more reports also coming from Takatsuki cho Higashimonobe, Amemori, Iwakuma in Nishi Azai, and Takayama cho. Activity has peaked in November with 8 reports and December with 7, after July brought 3 and June brought 1 in 2025; Odani Castle sits in a region that has logged 86 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Odani Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Odani Castle?
Odani Castle has recorded 86 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Odani Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Odani Castle was on April 13, 2026 in Nagahama Kinomotocho-Hannoura, Shiga, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Odani Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Odani Castle have been concentrated in Ibigawa (18), Ibigawa 春日小宮神 (11), Ibigawa 春日美束 (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Odani Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Odani Castle?
Odani 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.