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Wakimoto Castle Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Wakimoto Castle, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Wakimoto Castle has had fresh black bear activity in the surrounding area, with the most striking recent report coming from Oga Toga-Kamoaosa on May 8, 2026 at 18:15, when a bear about 1 m long crossed the road from the seaside toward the mountains about 250 m from the nearest building. Nearby Katagami also saw a mother bear with cubs on May 7, 2026 in the forest, and other May reports came from roads, rivers, and wooded edges.
The busiest places in this run of reports are Katagami and Akita, with sightings around roads, forest margins, a school approach, a bridge, and the Matomigawa River, while Ikawa also had a crossing on May 6, 2026. Activity has peaked in October and November, with 369 incidents in October 2025 and 253 in November 2025, then dropped but continued through winter and spring, and the area has logged 1,023 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Wakimoto Castle
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Wakimoto Castle?
Wakimoto Castle has recorded 1,023 bear incidents in total, with 48 reported in the last 30 days and 20 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 Wakimoto Castle?
The most recent bear sighting in Wakimoto Castle was on May 8, 2026 in Oga Toga-Kamoaosa, Akita, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Wakimoto Castle?
Recent bear sightings in Wakimoto Castle have been concentrated in Katagami (33), Akita (13), Katagami Tenno (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Wakimoto Castle?
Activity is elevated. 20 of the 48 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Wakimoto Castle?
Wakimoto 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.