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Suzuki Plaza Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Suzuki Plaza, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Suzuki Plaza notes a striking recent run of bear sightings including an incident on December 8, 2025 at Hamamatsu Hosoe-cho Nakagawa where one black bear was seen and another sighting on December 8, 2025 at Hamamatsu Miyakoda-cho earlier that day. Visitors are told that the area around Hamamatsu Hosoe-cho Kiga and Hamamatsu Miyakoda-cho appears repeatedly in the incident list.
The monthly counts show December 2025: 7 and November 2025: 1, and the record lists a total of 8 sightings for the period. The listings include single and multiple bear reports with dates such as December 4, 2025 and December 3, 2025 in the Hamamatsu area, so Suzuki Plaza records are centered on those local places.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Suzuki Plaza
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Suzuki Plaza?
Suzuki Plaza has 8 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Suzuki Plaza?
The most recent bear sighting in Suzuki Plaza was on December 8, 2025 in Hamamatsu Hosoe-cho Nakagawa, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Suzuki Plaza?
Recent bear sightings in Suzuki Plaza have been concentrated in Hamamatsu Miyakoda-cho (3), Hamamatsu Hosoe-cho Kiga (3), Hamamatsu Hosoe-cho Nakagawa (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Suzuki Plaza?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Suzuki Plaza?
Suzuki Plaza 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.