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Tada Shrine Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tada Shrine, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tada Shrine is seeing fresh bear activity nearby, and the most recent close call came on April 19, 2026 in Minoh Gein 3 chome, where 1 black bear gave a low growl while watching a person from halfway up a slope with water on one side and a steep bank on the other. That is the kind of encounter that stays with hikers, because the animal was close enough to hold its ground and make itself known.
Across this area, the busiest pockets have been around Nose, Toyono, Saito, Takarazuka, Kawanishi, Ikeda, and Minoh, with reports also coming from Sanda. Activity has been strongest in September 2024 and October 2024, then again in November 2024, and more recently in September 2025 and November 2025, showing that bear reports keep surfacing through the seasons. In all, this area has recorded 86 black bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tada Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tada Shrine?
Tada Shrine has recorded 86 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 Tada Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Tada 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 Tada Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Tada Shrine have been concentrated in Nose Shukuno (4), Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Toyono Yono (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tada Shrine?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Tada Shrine?
Tada 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.