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Souzenji-temple Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Souzenji-temple, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Souzenji-temple is watching the same pressure that pushed a bear into Hanno Oaza Yoro on April 30, 2026 at 16:00, where a bear like animal about 60 to 70 cm long was seen in an area with schools and restaurants nearby. Another close call came in Hanno Misugidai 1 chome on April 20, 2026 at 00:45, when a bear like animal about 1 meter long was reported under the pedestrian bridge east of Misugidai Elementary School.
The hottest part of the map has been around Hanno, Hachioji, and Akiruno, with recent reports also coming from Ōme Katsunuma, Akiruno Tokura, and Akiruno Sannai. Activity was strongest in October 2025 with 64 sightings and November 2025 with 42, then it stayed active through December 2025 with 16 and eased into January 2026 and February 2026 with 3 each before rising again in April 2026 with 9. Across this area, there have been 592 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Souzenji-temple
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Souzenji-temple?
Souzenji-temple has recorded 592 bear incidents in total, with 6 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 Souzenji-temple?
The most recent bear sighting in Souzenji-temple was on April 30, 2026 in Hanno 大字矢颪, Saitama, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Souzenji-temple?
Recent bear sightings in Souzenji-temple have been concentrated in Tokyo Oguno (21), Tokyo Hirai (8), Tokyo Mitsugo (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Souzenji-temple?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Souzenji-temple?
Souzenji-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.