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Mikumano Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mikumano Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mikumano Shrine is seeing fresh bear activity nearby: on January 3, 2026 at around 4:20 p.m., a single black bear was reported near the Chubu School Lunch Center in Toyosawa, Fukuroi. That is the latest sign that bears are still moving through the area.
The busiest ground has been around Kakegawa City and Kikugawa City, with repeated reports near Mansui, Horinouchi, and the residential edge by Horinochi Community Hall. Activity peaked in December 2025 with 16 reports, then continued into January 2026 with 1 more, bringing the area to 17 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mikumano Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mikumano Shrine?
Mikumano Shrine has 17 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 Mikumano Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Mikumano Shrine was on January 3, 2026 in Near Chubu School Lunch Center (Toyosawa, Fukuroi), Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mikumano Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Mikumano Shrine have been concentrated in Mansui, Kakegawa City (3), Kakegawa City (2), Kikugawa Horinouchi (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mikumano Shrine?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mikumano Shrine?
Mikumano 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.