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Iwakiyama Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Iwakiyama Shrine
Iwakiyama Shrine had a Black Bear report in Hirosaki 城東4 on June 14, 2026. There were 36 incidents in the past 30 days, including 12 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Hirosaki, Hirakawa Arayamachi, and Hirosaki 城東中央3. The area has 888 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwakiyama Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwakiyama Shrine?
Iwakiyama Shrine has recorded 888 bear incidents in total, with 36 reported in the last 30 days and 12 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 Iwakiyama Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwakiyama Shrine was on June 14, 2026 in Hirosaki 城東4, Aomori, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iwakiyama Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Iwakiyama Shrine have been concentrated in Hirosaki (43), Nishimeya Tashiro (8), Hirosaki 大字小沢 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwakiyama Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 12 incidents in the last 7 days, 36 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Iwakiyama Shrine?
Iwakiyama 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.