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Kinpu Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kinpu Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kinpu Shrine's latest black bear report came on April 5, 2026 at Yoshino, when a jet black bear more than 1 meter long came down from the slope onto the forest road, ran across it, and dropped back down the slope. That is the kind of close roadside encounter people here have been seeing again and again.
Around Kinpu Shrine, the activity is strongest in places like Yoshino, Oyodo Basa, Uda Ouda Shibo, Oyodo Tsuchida, and Kurotaki Nagase, with reports also coming from Higashiyoshino Omata, Tenkawa Dorogawa, and Gojo Nishiyoshinocho. The pace was heaviest in December 2025 with 23 sightings and November 2025 with 15, then eased through January 2026 with 7, February 2026 with 1, and March 2026 with 3; this area has recorded 81 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kinpu Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kinpu Shrine?
Kinpu Shrine has 81 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Kinpu Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Kinpu Shrine was on April 4, 2026 in Yoshino, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kinpu Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Kinpu Shrine have been concentrated in Shimoichi Zengi (6), Shimoichi Yomura (6), Shimoichi Saitani (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kinpu Shrine?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kinpu Shrine?
Kinpu 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.