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Kukuhi Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kukuhi Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kukuhi Shrine is watching a fresh black bear report from April 17, 2026 at Toyooka Kasumi, where 1 black bear was seen at 21:00 and no damage was reported. The sharpest recent incident before that came on March 26, 2026 in Toyooka Izushicho Mitsuki, where 1 black bear was involved in a vehicle and bear collision incident.
The busiest stretches in this area have been around Toyooka, especially Hidakacho, Tantocho, and nearby Izushicho and Kasumi, while activity has also reached Kyōtango and Kumihama. The monthly pattern was heaviest in May 2025 with 44 reports, July 2025 with 40, and October 2025 with 25, then it eased through winter before rising again into early spring. Across this area, there have been 1,074 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kukuhi Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kukuhi Shrine?
Kukuhi Shrine has recorded 1,074 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 Kukuhi Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Kukuhi Shrine was on April 17, 2026 in Toyooka Kasumi, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kukuhi Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Kukuhi Shrine have been concentrated in Kyōtango Kumihamacho-Seki (5), Toyooka Tantocho-Komoto (4), Toyooka Tantocho-Mushu (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kukuhi Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kukuhi Shrine?
Kukuhi 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.