Tourism Spots · Tochigi
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shrines and Temples of Nikkō, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō saw a black bear on May 11, 2026 at Nikkō 清滝丹勢町, where a person going home spotted something that appeared to be a cub. Another cub was reported on May 3, 2026 at about 17:50 near the old tollbooth at the bottom of Irohazaka, after it crossed the national highway and the report was passed to emergency services.
The busiest stretches of activity have been around Nikkō, especially 山内, 今市本町, 鬼怒川温泉滝, and 清滝丹勢町, with other reports also coming from Kanuma and Kanuma 草久. The pace rose in April 2026, which had 15 incidents, after March 2026 with 6, and the area has logged 298 black bear sightings overall.
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Shrines and Temples of Nikkō
Nearby Areas
Comments (0)
No comments yet.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō has recorded 298 bear incidents in total, with 10 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?
The most recent bear sighting in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō was on May 11, 2026 in Nikkō 清滝丹勢町, Tochigi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?
Recent bear sightings in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō have been concentrated in Nikkō (29), Nikkō 宝殿 (12), Nikkō 所野 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 10 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?
Shrines and Temples of Nikkō 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.