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Hōryū-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Hōryū-ji Temple
Hōryū-ji Temple had a Black Bear report in Kizugawa Ichisaka on May 17, 2026. No new incidents have been reported in the past 30 days. Recent activity is quiet, but this area has many past records. The area has 106 recorded incidents in total.
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Hōryū-ji Temple Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hōryū-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hōryū-ji Temple?
Hōryū-ji Temple has 106 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 Hōryū-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Hōryū-ji Temple was on December 17, 2025 in Nara Furuichicho, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hōryū-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Hōryū-ji Temple have been concentrated in Kizugawa Umemidai 3-chome (12), Kizugawa Umedani (10), Kizugawa Yamashirocho-Kamikoma (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hōryū-ji Temple?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Hōryū-ji Temple?
Hōryū-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.