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Ishiyama-dera Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Ishiyama-dera Temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
At Otsu Sakamoto 5-chome, a black bear was reported around 6:00 on January 23, 2026, making that the most recent sighting near Ishiyama-dera Temple. The latest reports keep coming from nearby city edges, with Ritto, Kyoto, Koka, and Uji City all appearing in the recent incident line.
The busiest stretch has been November 2025 with 41 reports, followed by October 2025 with 19, while December 2025 still brought 11 sightings and January 2026 has already logged 3. Around Ishiyama-dera Temple, the activity has been spread across Otsu, Kusatsu, Uji, Kyoto, and Koka, and the area has recorded 153 black bear sightings in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Ishiyama-dera Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Ishiyama-dera Temple?
Ishiyama-dera Temple has 153 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 Ishiyama-dera Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Ishiyama-dera Temple was on December 27, 2025 in Koka 信楽町上朝宮, Shiga, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Ishiyama-dera Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Ishiyama-dera Temple have been concentrated in Kyoto (5), Kyoto Iwakura-Nakazaijicho (4), Otsu (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Ishiyama-dera Temple?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Ishiyama-dera Temple?
Ishiyama-dera 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.