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Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine has seen a fresh black bear report on May 11, 2026, when a bear about 1 meter long was found in the precincts of Iwashimizu Hachimangu Shrine in Oda City’s Oshirocho. On the same morning, another bear of about 50 centimeters was seen on a municipal road in Ooya, Ooshiro cho, Ota City, showing how close these encounters are coming to roads and shrines.
The busiest places in this area have been around Oda City, especially Oshirocho Oe, Sanbecho Ikeda, Nimacho Oguni, and Omoricho, with another sighting in Misato Kasubuchi adding to the spread. Activity has been strongest in July 2025, then again in November 2025 and April 2026, and the area has recorded 125 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine?
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine has recorded 125 bear incidents in total, with 9 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine was on May 11, 2026 in Oda Oshirocho-Oe, Shimane, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine?
Recent bear sightings in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine have been concentrated in Gotsu Asaricho (7), Kawamoto (6), Oda Sanbecho-Ikeda (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine?
Activity is elevated. 4 of the 9 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine?
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine 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.