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Eihei-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Eihei-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.
Eihei-ji Temple saw its latest black bear report on April 29, 2026 at 20:50, when a single cub was sighted in Taniguchi, Eiheiji. That same evening, another sighting was reported in Shibi, Eiheiji, making late April especially tense around the temple area.
The most active nearby places have been Fukui, Eiheiji, and Sabae, with recent reports in Sakashitacho, Kaminakacho, Wakasugicho, Matsuokaohata, and Ono Seiryu showing how broadly bears are moving through the region. Activity has been heaviest in November 2025 with 138 incidents and October 2025 with 108, then it stayed present through winter and into spring, while the wider area has recorded 2,296 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Eihei-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Eihei-ji Temple?
Eihei-ji Temple has recorded 2,296 bear incidents in total, with 15 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Eihei-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Eihei-ji Temple was on May 3, 2026 in Fukui Sakashitacho, Fukui, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Eihei-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Eihei-ji Temple have been concentrated in Katsuyama 荒土町清水島 (5), Katsuyama 平泉寺町大渡 (5), Eiheiji 東古市 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Eihei-ji Temple?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 15 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Eihei-ji Temple?
Eihei-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.