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Miwa Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Miwa Shrine
Miwa Shrine had a Black Bear report in Nakagawa Ouchi on June 11, 2026. There were 3 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Nakagawa Ouchi, Nasukarasuyama Kamikawai, and Ohtawara 荻野目. The area has 40 recorded incidents in total.
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Miwa Shrine Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Miwa Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Miwa Shrine?
Miwa Shrine has recorded 40 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Miwa Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Miwa Shrine was on June 9, 2026 in Ohtawara 荻野目, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Miwa Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Miwa Shrine have been concentrated in Ohtawara 須佐木 (2), Ichikai 大字竹内 (2), Nakagawa Yamata (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Miwa Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Miwa Shrine?
Miwa 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.