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Gangō-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Gangō-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.
Gangō-ji Temple was jolted by a close encounter on April 10, 2026 at Heguri Midorigaoka 6 chome, where a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond and was only about 5 meters away before the witness shouted it off and it ran away. That is the kind of sudden, edge of the woods encounter people here have been reporting.
The most active areas have been around Kizugawa City and nearby parts of Nara, including Nakagaito, Tsubai, Yamashiro cho Kamikoma, Kamo cho, Hokaji no Furoda, Furoda, Ninnikusencho, and Nara Besshiyocho, with sightings showing up on roads, sidewalks, ditches, and driving routes. Activity has been heaviest in November 2025 with 60 incidents and October 2025 with 43, and the area has logged 243 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Gangō-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Gangō-ji Temple?
Gangō-ji Temple has recorded 243 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 Gangō-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Gangō-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 Gangō-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Gangō-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 Gangō-ji Temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Gangō-ji Temple?
Gangō-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.