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Hirose Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hirose Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hirose Shrine is watching a sharp recent flashpoint in the bear reports: on April 10, 2026 at 16:40, a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond in Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome, and it got to about 5 meters away before the person shouted it off and the animal ran back uphill. That is the kind of close encounter that shows how quickly these animals are moving into the edges of settled ground here.
Most of the activity is concentrated around Kizugawa City, Tenri, Nara, and Ikoma, with repeated sightings also turning up in places like Umemidai, Furuichicho, and Ogurajicho. The pace was heaviest in November with 36 reports, then October with 19, before dropping into December with 12 and only 2 in both January and April; this area has logged 84 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hirose Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hirose Shrine?
Hirose Shrine has recorded 84 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 Hirose Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Hirose Shrine was on January 20, 2026 in Kizugawa City, Kyoto, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hirose Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Hirose Shrine have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (12), Kizugawa Umedani (9), Kizugawa City (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hirose Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hirose Shrine?
Hirose 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.