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Iwashimizu Hachimangū Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iwashimizu Hachimangū, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Iwashimizu Hachimangū has been watching a fresh cluster of bear activity in nearby Kyoto: on May 3, 2026, a black bear was sighted on the back mountain of Ninna ji, and the popular hillside area was closed to entry. Just two days earlier, on May 1, 2026, Ninna ji announced a temporary ban on entering Mount Jōju after bear sightings in the ward, following the April 25, 2026 reports of three bears, believed to be a mother and two cubs, along the Kiyotaki River in Umekabeta and another group of one adult and two cubs in the Arashiyama area.
The activity around Iwashimizu Hachimangū is strongest in Kyoto, with other recent reports also coming from Kizugawa City and Uji City. The pace peaked in November 2025 with 45 incidents and stayed high in October 2025 with 25, then eased through winter into January 2026, when 1 incident was recorded; altogether, the area has logged 243 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwashimizu Hachimangū
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwashimizu Hachimangū?
Iwashimizu Hachimangū has recorded 243 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Iwashimizu Hachimangū?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwashimizu Hachimangū was on May 2, 2026 in Kyoto, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iwashimizu Hachimangū?
Recent bear sightings in Iwashimizu Hachimangū have been concentrated in Kizugawa Yamashirocho-Tsubai (5), Kyoto (4), Kyoto Uzumasa-Goryodencho (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwashimizu Hachimangū?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Iwashimizu Hachimangū?
Iwashimizu Hachimangū 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.