News 3 Black Bears Kyoto, Kyoto Apr 30, 2026, 03:00 PM

Description

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.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

Ninna-ji Temple has temporarily banned entry to Mount Jōju after bear sightings in Ukyo Ward to protect visitors. The temple grounds remain open; three bears were confirmed along the Kiyotaki River on April 25, and the reopening of the mountain trail will depend on safety checks.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

3

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 03:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

35.031094, 135.713820

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