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Minamihokke-ji Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Minamihokke-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.
At Hashimoto Sugio in Hashimoto City on April 5, 2026 at 09:30, a black bear was sighted, and that is the most recent report near Minamihokke-ji Temple. That same morning in Yoshino at 07:00, a jet black bear over 1 meter in body length came down from the slope onto the forest road, ran across the road, and went back down the slope.
The activity around Minamihokke-ji Temple has been showing up across Hashimoto City, Yoshino, Oyodo, Uda, Kurotaki, Gojo, and Shimoichi, with the heaviest stretch in December 2025 at 20 reports and another strong run in November 2025 with 12. This area has recorded 70 black bear sightings overall, and the recent pace has stayed active through March 2026 and into April 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Minamihokke-ji Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Minamihokke-ji Temple?
Minamihokke-ji Temple has 70 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 Minamihokke-ji Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Minamihokke-ji Temple was on April 4, 2026 in Yoshino, Nara, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Minamihokke-ji Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Minamihokke-ji Temple have been concentrated in Shimoichi Zengi (6), Shimoichi Yomura (6), Shimoichi Saitani (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Minamihokke-ji Temple?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Minamihokke-ji Temple?
Minamihokke-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.