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Hoshida Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hoshida Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hoshida Shrine area bear activity has stayed active, and the most recent close call came on April 10, 2026 in Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome, where a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond and was only about 5 meters away before the person shouted it off and it ran away. Earlier in the season, bears were also reported on March 28, 2026 on an agricultural road in Nakagaito, Tsubai, Yamashiro cho, Kizugawa City, and again in Kizugawa Yamashirocho Kamikoma the same day.
The strongest concentration has been around Kizugawa City, especially in Kamo cho, Yamashiro cho, and nearby residential edges, with other reports reaching into Ikoma Ogurajicho and the Heguri area. Activity peaks in November 2025 with 60 incidents and October 2025 with 37, then stays elevated through December 2025 with 12, and the area has logged 188 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hoshida Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hoshida Shrine?
Hoshida Shrine has recorded 188 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 Hoshida Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Hoshida 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 Hoshida Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Hoshida Shrine have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (12), Kizugawa Umedani (9), Kizugawa Kamocho-Hokkejino (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hoshida Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hoshida Shrine?
Hoshida 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.