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Kokubunji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kokubunji Temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kokubunji Temple has seen a tense encounter in Minoh Gein 3-chome on April 19, 2026, when 1 black bear watched a person from halfway up a slope, gave a low growl, and held its ground beside flowing water. Another close call came in Heguri Midorigaoka 6-chome on April 10, 2026, when a black bear came down from the hill beside the pond and got to about 5 meters before it ran off after being shouted at.
The most active places in this area have been Minoh Gein 3-chome, Heguri Midorigaoka 6-chome, and Ikoma Ogurajicho, with other reports also reaching Takatsuki City, Saito Asagi 3-chome in Ibaraki City, and Ikeda Satsukigaoka 4-chome. Activity has peaked in April 2026 with 2 sightings, November 2025 with 2, September 2024 with 3, November 2023 with 3, and July 2023 with 4, and the area has recorded 29 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kokubunji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kokubunji Temple?
Kokubunji Temple has recorded 29 bear incidents in total, with 2 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 Kokubunji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Kokubunji Temple was on April 19, 2026 in Minoh Gein 3-chome, Osaka, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kokubunji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Kokubunji Temple have been concentrated in Ibaraki Higashinara 1-chome (4), Ibaraki Uenocho (3), Takatsuki Johokucho 1-chome (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kokubunji Temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kokubunji Temple?
Kokubunji 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.