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Ichioka Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ichioka Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ichioka Shrine saw attention after a sighting on November 11, 2025 when a visitor reported a bear-like animal near Kii Fudoki-no-Oka; the area around the shrine and nearby parks was mentioned again in December 2025. Activity has been recorded in November 2025 and December 2025, with 3 and 2 sightings reported for those months respectively.
The locality around Ichioka Shrine and nearby places such as Kii Fudoki-no-Oka and Izumisano were involved in the reports, and the record for the area lists 6 total sightings. Visitors should note that most reports in the data came in November 2025 and December 2025, and staff inspections on November 12, 2025 found no clear traces at one site.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ichioka Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ichioka Shrine?
Ichioka Shrine has 6 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Ichioka Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Ichioka Shrine was on December 9, 2025 in Izumisano City, Osaka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ichioka Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Ichioka Shrine have been concentrated in Izumisano City (1), Izumisano Kaminogo (1), Kii Fudoki no Oka Prefectural Park (Iwahashi), Wakayama City (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ichioka Shrine?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ichioka Shrine?
Ichioka 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.