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Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine
Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine saw its most recent close call on April 19, 2026 at Minoh Gein 3-chome, where 1 black bear gave a low growl and watched a person from halfway up a slope beside flowing water. That kind of encounter shows how close the bears are still coming to the trails and edges of town.
The most active places around here have been Toyono Town, Minoh, Takatsuki City, and Ibaraki City, with activity also turning up in Kawanishi and Ikeda. Reports were busiest in September 2024 and September 2025, with 6 incidents in each month, while November 2025 still logged 3 incidents, and this area has recorded 61 black bear sightings in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine?
Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine has recorded 61 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 Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine was on April 19, 2026 in Minoh Gein 3-chome, Osaka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine have been concentrated in Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Toyono Yono (3), Ibaraki Ninchoji (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kamenomori-sumiyoshi Shrine?
Kamenomori-sumiyoshi 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.