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Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine is watching a serious bear encounter from April 19, 2026 at Minoh Gein 3-chome, where 1 black bear threatened a person with a low growl while standing halfway up a slope, with water on the right side and the hillside on the left. That is the clearest recent warning sign in this area.
Most of the activity has clustered around the Minoh and Ibaraki side of the mountains, including Minoh Minoo, Minoh Gein 3-chome, Ibaraki Uenocho, Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome, and Ibaraki, with other reports also coming from Ikeda and Saito Asagi 3-chome in Ibaraki City. The pace has been strongest in September 2024 with 3 incidents and in October 2024 with 2, while the area has recorded 21 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine?
Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine has recorded 21 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 Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine was on April 19, 2026 in Minoh Gein 3-chome, Osaka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine have been concentrated in Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Ibaraki Uenocho (3), Minoh Gein (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Nozatosumiyoshi Shrine?
Nozatosumiyoshi 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.