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Sasayama Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sasayama Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sasayama Castle is seeing fresh bear activity in the wider region: on November 4, 2025 at about 2:00 a.m., a black bear was reported in Wada, Tamba Sasayama City, after a sighting was noted there on the evening of November 3. That report keeps the attention close to home, with black bears still moving through the castle area and nearby towns.
The most active places have been Fukuchiyama City, Nose Town, Sanda, and Tamba Sasayama City, where repeated sightings have come in from neighborhoods such as Miwacho Oomi, Ubarashimo, Umehara, Terao, Senzoku, Yamabe, Tenno, and Kashita. Activity peaks in October 2024 with 10 reports and stays high in November 2025 with 9, while the full record for this area now stands at 70 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sasayama Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sasayama Castle?
Sasayama Castle has recorded 70 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 Sasayama Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Sasayama Castle was on April 25, 2026 in Fukuchiyama Miwacho-Omi, Kyoto, where 5 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sasayama Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Sasayama Castle have been concentrated in Nantan Sonobecho-Hokyo (8), Kyotamba Shimookubo (6), Fukuchiyama Miwacho-Omi (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sasayama Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sasayama Castle?
Sasayama 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.