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Wakimoto Castle Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Wakimoto Castle
Wakimoto Castle had a Black Bear report in Oga Kitaura-Shinzan on June 23, 2026. There were 80 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Oga Funakoshi, Akita, and Oga Funagawaminato-Onnagawa. The area has 1,132 recorded incidents in total.
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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 1,132 bear incidents in total, with 80 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 June 16, 2026 in Oga Kitaura-Anzenji, 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 Akita (11), Oga Funakoshi (11), Katagami (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Wakimoto Castle?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 80 in the last 30 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.