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Hachiman Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hachiman Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hachiman Shrine is tracking a fresh black bear sighting from April 30, 2026 at Hanno Misugidai 1 chome, where a bear like animal about 60 to 70 cm long was seen around 16:00 near schools and restaurants. Another recent report came from April 25, 2026 in Ōme Katsunuma, when one bear was seen near the road on the way back from Ōme Railway Park to Ōme Station.
The most active areas have been Hanno and Ōme, with repeated reports around the Iruma River riverbank, Misugidai, and other residential edges. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 20 incidents, then stayed active through November with 5, December with 4, and April 2026 with 3, and this area has recorded 79 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hachiman Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hachiman Shrine?
Hachiman Shrine has recorded 79 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Hachiman Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Hachiman Shrine was on April 30, 2026 in Hanno 大字矢颪, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hachiman Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Hachiman Shrine have been concentrated in Ōme Nagabuchi (10), Ōme Osoki (7), Tokyo Hirai (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hachiman Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hachiman Shrine?
Hachiman 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.