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Ikukunitama Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ikukunitama Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Ikukunitama Shrine had a close call on April 10, 2026 in Heguri Midorigaoka 6-chome, where a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond and got to within about 5 meters before being chased off. That was the most recent and most alarming encounter in this area, and it shows the bear activity here is still real and close to people.
The active spots have been around Heguri Midorigaoka 6-chome, Ikoma Ogurajicho, and Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome, with reports also coming from mountain and roadside woodland near Kurasaka Pass and the Shin-Meishin Expressway exit. Activity has appeared in April 2026, January 2026, October 2024, July 2022, May 2022, and April 2022, and 6 black bear sightings have been recorded in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ikukunitama Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ikukunitama Shrine?
Ikukunitama Shrine has recorded 6 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 Ikukunitama Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Ikukunitama Shrine was on April 10, 2026 in Heguri Midorigaoka 6-chome, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ikukunitama Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Ikukunitama Shrine have been concentrated in Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Heguri Midorigaoka 6-chome (1), Ikoma Ogurajicho (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ikukunitama Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Ikukunitama Shrine?
Ikukunitama 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.