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Kumano Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kumano Shrine
Kumano Shrine had a Black Bear report in Nagai 平山 on June 11, 2026. There were 34 incidents in the past 30 days, including 12 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Takahata 大字金原, Yonezawa Takei, and Iide Matsubara. The area has 1,274 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kumano Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kumano Shrine?
Kumano Shrine has recorded 1,274 bear incidents in total, with 34 reported in the last 30 days and 12 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 Kumano Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Kumano Shrine was on June 10, 2026 in Nagai 平山, Yamagata, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kumano Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Kumano Shrine have been concentrated in Kaminoyama 北町 (5), Shirataka 大字横田尻 (4), Nanyo 上野 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kumano Shrine?
Activity is elevated. 12 of the 34 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Kumano Shrine?
Kumano 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.