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Ichimantosha Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ichimantosha Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ichimantosha Shrine saw one of the latest black bear reports on May 5, 2026, when a bear about the size of a large dog was seen in a farm field in Oyabe and moved to the southeast. That same stretch of days brought more reports from Oyabe and nearby Takaoka, including a bear cub and several sightings of an animal believed to be a bear, which shows the activity is staying close to the edge of fields, roads, and settled ground.
Most of the recent pressure has been centered in Oyabe, Takaoka, Toyama, and the Tsubata Kurikara area, with the busiest months landing in November 2025 with 197 incidents and October 2025 with 156, then easing through winter before rising again in March 2026 with 12 and April 2026 with 15. Across this area, black bears have been recorded 2,261 times overall, so this is not a one off event but a long running presence around the shrine and the surrounding towns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ichimantosha Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ichimantosha Shrine?
Ichimantosha Shrine has recorded 2,261 bear incidents in total, with 16 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Ichimantosha Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Ichimantosha Shrine was on May 5, 2026 in Oyabe, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ichimantosha Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Ichimantosha Shrine have been concentrated in Oyabe (5), Toyama Yatsuomachi-Fukujima (5), Toyama Fuchumachi-Aramachimuranishi (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ichimantosha Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 16 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ichimantosha Shrine?
Ichimantosha 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.