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Tea Museum Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tea Museum, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tea Museum has been hearing the bear news from Fujieda 花倉, where on April 28, 2026, a black bear was seen entering the mountain from a distance after a person stepped outside to take out work garbage. The sighting was brief, but it fits the recent run of activity tied to the Kakegawa City and Kikugawa City corridor.
The busiest stretch has been around Kakegawa City and Kikugawa City, with bears and bear signs turning up near Mansui, Horinouchi Community Hall, and Horinouchi. Activity peaked in December 2025, when the area logged 16 reports, and this place has recorded 18 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tea Museum
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tea Museum?
Tea Museum has recorded 18 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 Tea Museum?
The most recent bear sighting in Tea Museum was on December 29, 2025 in Kakegawa City, Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tea Museum?
Recent bear sightings in Tea Museum have been concentrated in Mansui, Kakegawa City (3), Kakegawa City (2), Kikugawa Horinouchi (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tea Museum?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Tea Museum?
Tea Museum 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.