Takao Byouin

Around 18:40 on 2026-05-20, a bear was sighted in Narutaki Udonodani, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City.

Kyoto, Kyoto

1 week ago

Ninna-ji, a World Heritage site in Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, announced a temporary ban on entering Mount Jōju after bear sightings in the ward. The temple grounds remain open for worship; on April 25, three bears were confirmed along the Kiyotaki River about 5 km away, with no damage reported.

Kyoto, Kyoto

3 weeks ago

On April 25, three bears presumed to be a mother and two cubs were sighted along the Kiyotaki River in Umekabeta, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto. In response, Ninnaji Temple banned entry to the Omuro 88-site pilgrimage area north of its grounds from April 30 and cancelled related walking events. No damage or injuries have been reported.

Kyoto, Kyoto

1 month ago

Kyoto Uzumasa-Nakayamacho, Kyoto

5 months ago

Kyoto Uzumasa-Goryodencho, Kyoto

6 months ago

Kyoto Uzumasa-Goryodencho, Kyoto

6 months ago

Kyoto Uzumasa-Goryodencho, Kyoto

6 months ago

Around 06:30 on November 11, footprints believed to be from a bear were found in a field in Sagaoosawa Ochikubo-chō, Ukyo Ward; a person on patrol discovered them and reported to the police. Kyoto Prefecture and the Ukyo Ward office urged precautions, advising how to evacuate if a bear is seen and to avoid leaving food waste outdoors.

Sagaoosawa Ochikubo-chō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto

6 months ago