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Daian-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Daian-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.
Daian-ji Temple is hearing about a close call from April 10, 2026, when a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond at Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome and was only about 5 meters away before the person shouted it off and got away safely. That is the kind of encounter that shows these bears are still moving right up against settled ground in this area.
The busiest spots around here keep showing up along the Kizugawa and Kamocho side, including Nakagaito, Tsubai, Yamashiro cho, Kizugawa City, Hokaji no Furoda, Kamo cho, Kizugawa City, and Kizugawa Yamashirocho Kamikoma, with other reports also coming from Nara Besshiyocho and Nara Ninnikusencho. Activity has been heaviest in November 2025 with 57 incidents, then October 2025 with 43, June 2025 with 40, and it still adds up to 238 black bear sightings overall in this area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Daian-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Daian-ji Temple?
Daian-ji Temple has recorded 238 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Daian-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Daian-ji Temple was on March 19, 2026 in Nara Besshiyocho, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Daian-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Daian-ji Temple have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (12), Kizugawa Umedani (9), Kizugawa Kamocho-Hokkejino (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Daian-ji Temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Daian-ji Temple?
Daian-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.