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Great Buddha Hall Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Great Buddha Hall
Great Buddha Hall had a Black Bear report in Kyotanabe on June 19, 2026. There were 5 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Ide, Kyotanabe, and Yamazoe Matono. The area has 252 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Great Buddha Hall
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Great Buddha Hall?
Great Buddha Hall has recorded 252 bear incidents in total, with 5 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 Great Buddha Hall?
The most recent bear sighting in Great Buddha Hall was on June 18, 2026 in Kyotanabe, Kyoto, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Great Buddha Hall?
Recent bear sightings in Great Buddha Hall have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (11), Kizugawa Umedani (9), Kizugawa Kamocho-Hokkejino (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Great Buddha Hall?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Great Buddha Hall?
Great Buddha Hall 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.