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Byōdō-in Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Byōdō-in Temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Byōdō-in Temple has been watching the bear situation closely after a black bear was sighted on the back mountain of Ninna ji in Kyoto on May 3, 2026, and the popular hillside spot was closed to entry. Just two days earlier, Ninna ji in Kyoto had already announced a temporary ban on entering Mount Jōju after bear sightings in the ward.
The most active areas in this record are around Kyoto, Kizugawa City, and Uji City, where reports have kept turning up in the southern part of the prefecture. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 57 incidents and stayed high in October 2025 with 41, while December 2025 still brought 16 more; across the full record, 249 black bear sightings have been logged here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Byōdō-in Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Byōdō-in Temple?
Byōdō-in Temple has recorded 249 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Byōdō-in Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Byōdō-in Temple was on May 2, 2026 in Kyoto, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Byōdō-in Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Byōdō-in Temple have been concentrated in Kizugawa Kamocho-Hokkejino (8), Kizugawa City (4), Kizugawa Kamocho-Ono (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Byōdō-in Temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Byōdō-in Temple?
Byōdō-in Temple 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.