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Sakuramoto-bō Temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sakuramoto-bō Temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sakuramoto-bō Temple saw a black bear on April 5, 2026 at 07:00 in Yoshino, when a jet black bear over 1 meter long came down from the slope onto the forest road, ran across it, and dropped back down the slope. Another bear was also reported in Oyodo Basa on April 3, 2026 at 09:00, showing that the area is still seeing fresh activity in early spring.
The heaviest activity has centered on December 2025, which had 24 sightings, followed by November 2025 with 15, then May 2025 with 11; January 2026 still brought 7 reports, while March 2026 had 3 and February 2026 had 1. Across this area, there have been 81 black bear sightings in total, with repeated reports around Oyodo Basa, Gojo Nishiyoshinocho Jodo, Gojo Nishiyoshinocho Karato, Yoshino, and the surrounding mountain and road corridors.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sakuramoto-bō Temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sakuramoto-bō Temple?
Sakuramoto-bō Temple has 81 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 Sakuramoto-bō Temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Sakuramoto-bō 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 Sakuramoto-bō Temple?
Recent bear sightings in Sakuramoto-bō 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 Sakuramoto-bō Temple?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Sakuramoto-bō Temple?
Sakuramoto-bō 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.