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Mishima Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mishima Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mishima Shrine is watching a fresh black bear report from Kiyokawa 舟沢 on April 20, 2026 at 09:30, when an acquaintance saw a bear about 1 meter tall while driving a dump truck. Just before that, a March 29, 2026 sighting in Hadano Tsurumaki put a single adult Asiatic black bear about 1 meter in size on the hiking trail from Kōbōyama to Azumayama, and the Hadano Police Station was notified.
The most active edges of this area have been around Hadano, Isehara, and Kiyokawa, with repeated reports also reaching Hadano Minoge, Hadano Sakuracho 1-chome, and Isehara Oyama. Activity peaks in the warmer months, especially October 2025 with 16 incidents and August 2025 with 14, while winter still held steady into January 2026 with 3 and February 2026 with 2; altogether, this area has recorded 208 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mishima Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mishima Shrine?
Mishima Shrine has recorded 208 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 Mishima Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Mishima Shrine was on April 20, 2026 in Kiyokawa 舟沢, Kanagawa, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mishima Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Mishima Shrine have been concentrated in Kiyokawa 舟沢 (24), Isehara Oyama (17), Hadano Minoge (12). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mishima Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mishima Shrine?
Mishima 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.