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Nishinomiya Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Nishinomiya Shrine
Nishinomiya Shrine had a Black Bear report in Nishinomiya Shiosecho-Najio on June 16, 2026. There were 8 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 Nishinomiya Najio-akasaka, Nishinomiya Shiosecho-Najio, and Takarazuka Kirihata. The area has 17 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nishinomiya Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nishinomiya Shrine?
Nishinomiya Shrine has recorded 17 bear incidents in total, with 8 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 Nishinomiya Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Nishinomiya Shrine was on June 15, 2026 in Takarazuka Kirihata, Hyogo, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nishinomiya Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Nishinomiya Shrine have been concentrated in Takarazuka Kirihata (2), Nishinomiya Najio-akasaka (2), Nishinomiya Shiosecho-Najio (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nishinomiya Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 8 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nishinomiya Shrine?
Nishinomiya 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.