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Kongōbu-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kongōbu-ji Temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kongōbu-ji Temple was most recently near activity on April 3, 2026 at 16:00, when 1 black bear was reported in Gojo Otocho-Sakamoto. Other recent sightings also came in from Gojo Nishiyoshinocho-Jodo, Totsukawa Nutanohara, and Gojo Yamakagecho, showing that bears have been moving through several parts of the area.
The busiest stretch came in December 2025, when reports were most frequent, while January 2026 still had activity and earlier notices also appeared in May 2025, July 2025, August 2025, October 2025, and November 2025. Around Gojo Nishiyoshinocho-Jodo and Totsukawa Nutanohara, sightings have been repeated, and Kongōbu-ji Temple has had 17 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kongōbu-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kongōbu-ji Temple?
Kongōbu-ji Temple 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 Kongōbu-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Kongōbu-ji Temple was on April 3, 2026 in Gojo Otocho-Sakamoto, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kongōbu-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Kongōbu-ji Temple have been concentrated in Gojo Otocho-Sakamoto (3), Gojo Nishiyoshinocho-Jodo (3), Nosegawa Kitamata (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kongōbu-ji Temple?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kongōbu-ji Temple?
Kongōbu-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.