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Chūson-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Chūson-ji Temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Chūson-ji Temple is seeing the latest black bear report on April 21, 2026 in Ōshū 衣川外の沢, where a young bear was spotted in front of a house entrance at 21:00. Earlier in the same stretch of April, an adult bear was sighted in Ōshū at 06:45 and another was seen in a rice paddy there at 06:30.
The busiest activity is concentrated around Ōshū, with repeated reports from rice fields, pasture, school grounds, and nearby neighborhoods, including Ōshū Mizusawa Nakamachi, Ōshū 衣川噌味, and Ōshū 衣川徳沢. The pace surged in November 2025 and October 2025, with 198 and 195 incidents, and the area has recorded 690 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Chūson-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Chūson-ji Temple?
Chūson-ji Temple has recorded 690 bear incidents in total, with 3 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 Chūson-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Chūson-ji Temple was on April 19, 2026 in Ōshū, Iwate, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Chūson-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Chūson-ji Temple have been concentrated in Ōshū (51), Ōshū 胆沢小山 (9), Ōshū Mizusawa-Nakamachi (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Chūson-ji Temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Chūson-ji Temple?
Chūson-ji 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.