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Shiroishi Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shiroishi Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shiroishi Castle is hearing the same kind of warning that reached Kunimi 大字高城 on May 2, 2026, when a driver saw one black bear about 50 cm long moving north on a town road at around 11:10 a.m. Recent reports also cluster in Kunimi 大字大木戸 and nearby routes, where bears about 0.5 m long were seen along National Route 4 in the early morning on April 30, 2026.
Across this area, the busiest months were October 2025 with 110 sightings and November 2025 with 82, before activity eased into December 2025 with 11 and January 2026 with 5. The pattern has been strongest around Kunimi Town and nearby Shibata Town, and this region has logged 655 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shiroishi Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shiroishi Castle?
Shiroishi Castle has recorded 655 bear incidents in total, with 10 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 Shiroishi Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Shiroishi Castle was on May 2, 2026 in Kunimi 大字高城, Fukushima, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shiroishi Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Shiroishi Castle have been concentrated in Zao 遠刈田温泉旭町 (9), Shiroishi 越河平 (6), Shiroishi 小原 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shiroishi Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 10 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shiroishi Castle?
Shiroishi 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.