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Nakagawa Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nakagawa Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nakagawa Shrine is watching a very recent black bear report from April 2, 2026 in Nagiso Watashima, where 1 adult bear was recorded. Another adult bear was reported in the same Nagiso Watashima area on March 24, 2026, and the surrounding Nagiso trails also saw a close call on March 18, 2026 at 11:30, when a hiker heard short growling sounds near the Nakasendo Trail by Nenoue Pass and turned back immediately.
The heaviest activity in this stretch has centered on Nagiso, Ena, and Achi, with reports also coming from Nakatsugawa. Activity peaked in October 2025 and November 2025 with 42 incidents in each month, then stayed active through December 2025 with 7, January 2026 with 6, February 2026 with 1, and March 2026 with 5; across the full record, 922 black bear sightings have been logged here.
Nakagawa Shrine Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nakagawa Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nakagawa Shrine?
Nakagawa Shrine has 922 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 Nakagawa Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakagawa Shrine was on March 4, 2026 in Nagiso Ōtsumago, Nagano, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nakagawa Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Nakagawa Shrine have been concentrated in Nakatsugawa (18), Nakatsugawa 坂下 (10), Nagiso Watashima (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakagawa Shrine?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Nakagawa Shrine?
Nakagawa 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.