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Hachinohe Castle to Ogami Shrine Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 1.3 km · 15m · 2 stops · 25 sightings · Saved May 7, 2026 · Last updated 10 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 1.3 km route runs from Hachinohe Castle to Ogami Shrine within Aomori. In the past 30 days, 25 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Hachinohe Nukazuka, Aomori.

At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

Your Route

Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (3)

3 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Aomori.

Miyagi Shrine
Very High Risk

Miyagi Shrine

Aomori

1,045 incidents

Hachinohe Castle
Very High Risk

Hachinohe Castle

Aomori

1,045 incidents

Ogami Shrine
Very High Risk

Ogami Shrine

Aomori

1,043 incidents

Miyagi Shrine
Very High Risk

Miyagi Shrine

Aomori

1,045 incidents

Hachinohe Castle
Very High Risk

Hachinohe Castle

Aomori

1,045 incidents

Ogami Shrine
Very High Risk

Ogami Shrine

Aomori

1,043 incidents

Route Timeline

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Hachinohe Castle, Aomori
High Risk 1.3 km 15m 25 sightings within 5 km
Hachinohe Nukazuka, Aomori

No information

Hachinohe Nukazuka, Aomori

Official ·2 days ago

No information

Hachinohe Ishitearai, Aomori

Official ·2 days ago
Hachinohe Shiroganemachi, Aomori

No information

Hachinohe Shiroganemachi, Aomori

Official ·1 week ago
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Around 14:55 on 2026-06-16, a bear was sighted at Shiroganecho Hamagake in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture.

Hachinohe Shiroganemachi, Aomori

News ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Niida, Aomori

(No information)

Hachinohe Niida, Aomori

Official ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Niida, Aomori

Two bears were sighted in Niida, Hachinohe City.

Hachinohe Niida, Aomori

News ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

(No information)

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

Official ·1 week ago

A bear was sighted in Karawakidotarumi, Hachinohe, Aomori.

Hachinohe Matsugaoka, Aomori

News ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Kawaragi, Aomori

(No information)

Hachinohe Kawaragi, Aomori

Official ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Chikukogai-Daiichifuto, Aomori

Around 09:50 on 2026-06-11, one bear about 80 to 90 cm long was sighted in front of Universe Shirogane store in Shirogane 4-chome, Hachinohe City.

Hachinohe Chikukogai-Daiichifuto, Aomori

News ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Chikukogai-Daiichifuto, Aomori

A single bear approximately 80–90 cm in body length was sighted in front of the Universe Shirogane store. The bear departed toward the sea.

Hachinohe Chikukogai-Daiichifuto, Aomori

Official ·1 week ago
Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

Crossed the road while I was on my way home.

Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

Around 1:00 PM on 2026-06-02, one bear was sighted in Tamogi, Hachinohe City, and crossed a road.

Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

News ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Shiriuchimachi, Aomori

Crossed the road and went into the bushes

Hachinohe Shiriuchimachi, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sawasato, Aomori

A 110 emergency call reported that it roared "Gao" and headed in the direction of Hakusandai (west side).

Hachinohe Sawasato, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

Near Hakusandai Park South Entrance bus stop

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

A 1–1.5 m bear climbed up the cliff of the bridge.

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

A bear about 1 m (in length/height) went into the roadside brush (northeast direction).

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

A bear was sighted moving in Nishi-Shiroyamadai 1-chome, Hachinohe City.

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

News ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

A bear was sighted moving in Nishishirakandai 3-chome, Hachinohe City.

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

News ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

No information

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

No information

Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

Official ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

A bear was sighted in Tanomenoki Juumonjidaira, Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture.

Hachinohe Tamonoki, Aomori

News ·3 weeks ago
Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

A bear was sighted in Nishi-Shirashandai 1-chome, Hachinohe City.

Hachinohe Sakaushi, Aomori

News ·3 weeks ago

A bear was sighted in Nakaihayashi-Komagasawa, Hachinohe City.

Hachinohe Ishitearai, Aomori

News ·1 month ago
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Ogami Shrine, Aomori
Total Distance: 1.3 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 7:00 with 5 incidents

Asian black bears on your route

Asian Black Bear

Asian Black Bear

Ursus thibetanus japonicus

Range
Honshu, Shikoku
Size
80–120 kg
Active
Dawn & dusk

Sharing space safely

  • ·Make noise as you walk; carry bear spray
  • ·If charged, stand firm and use the spray
  • ·If contact happens, resist firmly. They retreat when met with resistance
  • ·Don't climb. They climb better than you

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Emergency Contacts

110
Police
119
Fire/Ambulance

For mountain rescue, call 110 (police). They will coordinate with local rescue teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Route

How many bear sightings are on this route?

In the past 30 days, 25 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them.

When and where was the most recent bear sighting near this route?

The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Hachinohe Nukazuka, Aomori.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 7:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 1.3 km route runs from Hachinohe Castle to Ogami Shrine within Aomori. In the past 30 days, 25 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 2 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Hachinohe Nukazuka, Aomori. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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