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Sunpu Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sunpu Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sunpu Castle is watching a fresh black bear report from April 28, 2026 in Fujieda 花倉, where a person taking out work garbage saw 1 black bear enter the mountain from a distance. That was the latest sign in this area, and it fits a run of sightings that has continued into spring.
The activity is strongest around Shizuoka 高山, with other recent reports from Shizuoka 土, Shizuoka 広瀬, Shizuoka 岡部町宮島, Shizuoka 梅ヶ谷, Shizuoka 山切, and Shizuoka 郷島, showing that the bear presence is spread across the wider castle area. Reports peaked in November 2025 with 9 incidents, stayed active through December 2025 with 5, January 2026 with 4, February 2026 with 3, and March 2026 with 2, and Sunpu Castle has recorded 74 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sunpu Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sunpu Castle?
Sunpu Castle has recorded 74 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 Sunpu Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Sunpu Castle was on March 5, 2026 in Shizuoka 高山, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sunpu Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Sunpu Castle have been concentrated in Shizuoka 広瀬 (5), Shizuoka 俵峰 (4), Shizuoka 梅ヶ谷 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sunpu Castle?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sunpu Castle?
Sunpu 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.