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Ōgaki Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ōgaki 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 Ōgaki Castle, the most recent bear trouble came on May 8, 2026, when a male Asian black bear about 95 cm long was captured in a forested area of Akasaka chō, Ōgaki City, after being found in a deer trap. That is the freshest sign that bears are still moving through the wooded edges around town.
The heaviest activity in this area has been around Ibigawa, Ikeda, and nearby mountain districts, with reports also turning up in Motosu, Gifu City, and Ōgaki itself. The action peaked in November 2025 with 16 reports and stayed high in October 2025 with 10, while April 2026 had 2 and February 2026 had 1; across the whole area, there have been 324 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ōgaki Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ōgaki Castle?
Ōgaki Castle has recorded 324 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Ōgaki Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Ōgaki Castle was on May 7, 2026 in Ogaki 赤坂町, Gifu, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ōgaki Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Ōgaki Castle have been concentrated in Ikeda 願成寺 (12), Ibigawa 春日六合 (7), Ikeda 藤代 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ōgaki Castle?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Ōgaki Castle?
Ōgaki 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.