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Akuto Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Akuto Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Akuto Shrine, the most immediate report came from Minoh Gein 3 chome on April 19, 2026 at 14:00, when a person was threatened by a black bear with a low growl while water ran on the right and a slope rose on the left, and the animal was watching from halfway up that slope. Another sharp note came from Hattanda, Terado cho, Muko City on December 11, 2025, where two black bears were reported near a road, adding to the string of recent appearances along the edge of town.
The heavier activity has been around Muko City, Kyotanabe, Kameoka, and Nagaokakyo, with late year reports clustering in places like Hattanda, Oharano Kitakasugacho, Takigi Takagi, Fugenji Chigusahara, and Kofudai. The area has recorded 183 black bear sightings overall, and the monthly pace was busiest in November 2025 with 20 incidents, followed by October 2025 with 12, before staying active into December 2025 with 6.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Akuto Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Akuto Shrine?
Akuto Shrine has recorded 183 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 Akuto Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Akuto Shrine was on December 11, 2025 in Kyoto Oharano-Kitakasugacho, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Akuto Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Akuto Shrine have been concentrated in Kyoto Oharano-Minamikasugacho (7), Kyoto Oharano-Kitakasugacho (4), Joyo City (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Akuto Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Akuto Shrine?
Akuto Shrine 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.