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Keta Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Keta Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Keta Shrine has been watching a busy spring for black bears, and the latest sharp report came on May 2, 2026 at 16:30 in Takaoka, where one bear was sighted. Earlier in the same stretch, April 29, 2026 brought another sighting in Takaoka, adding to the run of reports around the city edge.
The most active areas in this record are Takaoka, Himi, Imizu, and Toyama, with Takaoka showing repeated sightings around the city border and Himi turning up animals in the Awara and Tsuboike areas. Activity peaks in November 2025 with 23 incidents, followed by October 2025 with 20, and the area has logged 773 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Keta Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Keta Shrine?
Keta Shrine has recorded 773 bear incidents in total, with 6 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Keta Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Keta Shrine was on May 2, 2026 in Takaoka, Toyama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Keta Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Keta Shrine have been concentrated in Toyama Fuchumachi-Aramachimuranishi (9), Takaoka (5), Toyama Fuchumachi-Gejo (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Keta Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Keta Shrine?
Keta 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.