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Ikkyuu Shrine to Wakasa Drive

Driving · Moderate Risk · 113 km · 2h 53m · 3 stops · 1 sighting · Saved May 26, 2026 · Last updated 3 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 113 km route runs from Ikkyuu Shrine to Wakasa, passing through Kyoto, Hyogo, and Tottori. In the past 30 days, 1 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. No reports were recorded in the past 7 days. The latest sighting was reported 2 weeks ago near Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo.

With activity this close, slow through forested stretches and stay alert at dawn and dusk when bears cross roads.

Your Route

Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (2)

2 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Kyoto, Hyogo, Tottori.

Ikkyuu Shrine
Low Risk

Ikkyuu Shrine

Kyoto

1,298 incidents

Izushi Shrine
Low Risk

Izushi Shrine

Hyogo

965 incidents

Ikkyuu Shrine
Low Risk

Ikkyuu Shrine

Kyoto

1,298 incidents

Izushi Shrine
Low Risk

Izushi Shrine

Hyogo

965 incidents

Route Timeline

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Ikkyuu Shrine, Kyoto
Moderate Risk 42 km 57m 1 sightings within 5 km
Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo

At approximately 5:10 a.m. on May 9, 2026, a black bear (Asiatic black bear) was reported sighted in Izu, Izushi-cho, Toyooka City. The Tajima region is bear habitat, and following a series of recent appearances in nearby areas, Toyooka City is strongly urging people to take precautions when entering mountainous areas, such as managing persimmon trees and carrying bells.

Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo

2 weeks ago
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Izushi Shrine, Hyogo
Moderate Risk 71 km 1h 56m 1 sightings within 5 km
Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo

At approximately 5:10 a.m. on May 9, 2026, a black bear (Asiatic black bear) was reported sighted in Izu, Izushi-cho, Toyooka City. The Tajima region is bear habitat, and following a series of recent appearances in nearby areas, Toyooka City is strongly urging people to take precautions when entering mountainous areas, such as managing persimmon trees and carrying bells.

Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo

2 weeks ago
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Wakasa, Tottori
Total Distance: 113 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 5:00 with 1 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, 1 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. No reports were recorded in the past 7 days.

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

The latest sighting was reported 2 weeks ago near Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 5:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 113 km route runs from Ikkyuu Shrine to Wakasa, passing through Kyoto, Hyogo, and Tottori. In the past 30 days, 1 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. No reports were recorded in the past 7 days. The latest sighting was reported 2 weeks ago near Toyooka Fushi, Hyogo. With activity this close, slow through forested stretches and stay alert at dawn and dusk when bears cross roads.

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