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Nakashima Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nakashima Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nakashima Shrine is watching the newest trouble on April 17, 2026 in Toyooka Kasumi, where 1 black bear was reported at 21:00 with no damage. The sharpest recent incident came on March 26, 2026 in Toyooka Izushicho Mitsuki, where 1 black bear was involved in a vehicle and bear collision.
The most active areas in this stretch have been Toyooka, especially Hidakacho Yamanomiya, Tantocho Karakawa, Tantocho Hinada, and Hidakacho Shinogaki, with more reports also coming from Iwakuma and Kyotango. Activity has been heaviest in May 2025 with 45 incidents, July 2025 with 38, and October 2025 with 25, then it eased through winter to January 2026 with 10 and February 2026 with 4, while the area has recorded 1,066 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nakashima Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nakashima Shrine?
Nakashima Shrine has recorded 1,066 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 Nakashima Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Nakashima Shrine was on April 17, 2026 in Toyooka Kasumi, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nakashima Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Nakashima Shrine have been concentrated in Kyōtango Kumihamacho-Seki (5), Toyooka Tantocho-Komoto (4), Toyooka Tantocho-Mushu (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nakashima Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nakashima Shrine?
Nakashima 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.