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Eifuku-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Eifuku-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.
Eifuku-ji Temple saw its most recent black bear report on December 28, 2025 at Shimonoseki 大字豊浦村, where 1 black bear was observed. Earlier in December, another 1 black bear was reported in Shimonoseki 楠乃五丁目 on December 13, 2025, and the month also included a report from December 2, 2025 in Shimonoseki City with 2 black bears seen inside an abandoned house and at other spots in town.
The activity has been centered in Shimonoseki, with repeated reports in places such as 勝谷新町四丁目, 勝谷新町二丁目, 楠乃四丁目, 一の宮東町三丁目, and 長府松小田西町, while the busiest stretch has been August 2025 and December 2025. Across this area, there have been 16 black bear sightings, and the reports keep coming from city edges and neighborhood streets rather than one single spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Eifuku-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Eifuku-ji Temple?
Eifuku-ji Temple has 16 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Eifuku-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Eifuku-ji Temple was on December 27, 2025 in Shimonoseki 大字豊浦村, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Eifuku-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Eifuku-ji Temple have been concentrated in Shimonoseki 大字豊浦村 (1), Shimonoseki 楠乃五丁目 (1), Shimonoseki City (inside an abandoned house and various locations in the city) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Eifuku-ji Temple?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Eifuku-ji Temple?
Eifuku-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.