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Byōdō-in Temple Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Byōdō-in Temple
Byōdō-in Temple had a Black Bear report in Kyotanabe on June 19, 2026. There were 9 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Kyoto, Ide, and Kyotanabe. The area has 247 recorded incidents in total.
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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 247 bear incidents in total, with 9 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 June 18, 2026 in Kyotanabe, 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), Kyoto (5), 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, 9 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.