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Hōfu Tenmangū Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hōfu Tenmangū, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Hōfu Tenmangū, the latest black bear report came on April 27, 2026 at 20:32 in Hofu Ōaza Nishisabae, where 1 black bear was seen. The same stretch of activity has also reached Yamaguchi Isenji, including a sighting on April 27, 2026 on a prefectural road and two more reports there on April 26, 2026 around 22:15 and 22:20.
Across this area, the busiest ground has been around Yamaguchi and Shunan, with repeated reports in Isenji, Yoichi, and Mandokoro. Activity peaked in October 2025 and November 2025, with 10 reports in each month, while December 2025 had 4 and January 2026 had 3; this area has logged 120 black bear sightings in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hōfu Tenmangū
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hōfu Tenmangū?
Hōfu Tenmangū has recorded 120 bear incidents in total, with 7 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 Hōfu Tenmangū?
The most recent bear sighting in Hōfu Tenmangū was on April 27, 2026 in Hofu 大字西佐波令, Yamaguchi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hōfu Tenmangū?
Recent bear sightings in Hōfu Tenmangū have been concentrated in Yamaguchi (13), Shunan (10), Hofu 大字久兼 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hōfu Tenmangū?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 7 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hōfu Tenmangū?
Hōfu Tenmangū 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.