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Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa) Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa), compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa) is hearing the latest alarm from a dead bear found beside the JR Tokaido Line tracks in Mansui, Kakegawa City, on December 29, 2025, with authorities saying the animal was a male Asiatic black bear about 115 cm long and likely struck by a train. That was the most recent hard evidence on the ground, and it came after a cluster of December reports in the same Kakegawa corridor.
The busiest areas in this stretch have been Kakegawa City, especially Mansui and the rail line area, along with Kikugawa City around Horinouchi, where a bear was filmed climbing a fence and paw prints were found. Activity peaks in December 2025, which saw 16 reports, while January 2026 has already added 1 more; across this area, there have been 17 black bear sightings in all.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa)?
Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa) has 17 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 Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa)?
The most recent bear sighting in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa) was on January 3, 2026 in Near Chubu School Lunch Center (Toyosawa, Fukuroi), Shizuoka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa)?
Recent bear sightings in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa) have been concentrated in Mansui, Kakegawa City (3), Kakegawa City (2), Kikugawa Horinouchi (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa)?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa)?
Kōgaku-ji Temple (Kakegawa) 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.