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Kuon-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kuon-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.
Kuon-ji Temple is looking at fresh bear activity nearby: on April 12, 2026 at 5:48 in the morning, a black bear was reported near Hayakawa Kita Elementary School in Hayakawa Oharano. Earlier in April 2026, bears were also spotted in Minobu around Terasawa, Hinataminamizawa, and Kiriishi, with one small bear described as about 80 cm long near the riverbed and riverbank.
The busiest ground in this area has been around Minobu Town and Hayakawa Town, with reports also coming from places like Nishijima near Tsukimi Bridge and the Terasawa River corridor. Activity climbed hard in July 2025 with 20 sightings and stayed heavy in November 2025 with 19, then eased through winter before ticking back up again in March 2026 with 1 and February 2026 with 6; this area has logged 341 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kuon-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kuon-ji Temple?
Kuon-ji Temple has recorded 341 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Kuon-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Kuon-ji Temple was on April 11, 2026 in Hayakawa Oharano, Yamanashi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kuon-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Kuon-ji Temple have been concentrated in Minobu (9), Minobu Hakii (6), Hayakawa Oharano (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kuon-ji Temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kuon-ji Temple?
Kuon-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.