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Sankichi Inari Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sankichi Inari Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Sankichi Inari Shrine, the most recent black bear report came on April 30, 2026 in Hanno near Misugidai 1 chome, where police said a bear like animal about 60 to 70 centimeters long was seen around 16:00 in an area with schools and restaurants. That kind of sighting near settled ground is what has been showing up again and again across this area.
The busiest places are Hanno, Ōme, and Akiruno, with reports clustering along the Iruma River corridor, around Mitakesan, and near residential edges and roads. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 62 incidents and stayed very high in November 2025 with 41, before easing through December 2025 with 13, January 2026 with 1, February 2026 with 2, March 2026 with 5, and April 2026 with 4. This area has recorded 500 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sankichi Inari Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sankichi Inari Shrine?
Sankichi Inari Shrine has recorded 500 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Sankichi Inari Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Sankichi Inari Shrine was on April 30, 2026 in Hanno 大字矢颪, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sankichi Inari Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Sankichi Inari Shrine have been concentrated in Tokyo Oguno (23), Tokyo Hirai (8), Ōme Kurosawa (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sankichi Inari Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sankichi Inari Shrine?
Sankichi Inari 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.