Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Chi ku take Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Chi ku take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Chi ku take saw its most recent brown bear report on August 26, 2025, in Nakatonbetsu Pinneshiri, when one bear was sighted around 6:40 AM. Just one day earlier in the same area, Nakatonbetsu Pinneshiri had another report of 3 brown bears, including a mother with cubs, around 6:15 PM.
The strongest activity has been around Nakatonbetsu, especially Pinneshiri and Matsuneshiri, with additional reports in Kotobuki and Toyoizumi, and farther south in Nakagawa Utanai and Hamatonbetsu. Activity has been heaviest in June 2025 and May 2025, with 7 reports in each month, before easing to 3 in July 2025 and 3 in August 2025. Across Chi ku take, there have been 23 brown bear sightings overall.
Chi ku take Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Nearby Areas
Comments (1)
Nakatonbetsu area keeps appearing in these reports.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Chi ku take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Chi ku take?
Chi ku take has 23 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 Chi ku take?
The most recent bear sighting in Chi ku take was on August 26, 2025 in Nakatonbetsu Pinneshiri, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Chi ku take?
Recent bear sightings in Chi ku take have been concentrated in Nakatonbetsu Matsuneshiri (7), Hamatonbetsu (5), Nakatonbetsu Pinneshiri (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Chi ku take?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Chi ku take?
Chi ku take is home to brown bears (Ussuri brown bear), which can weigh up to 500kg and are found only in Hokkaido. They are active from spring through autumn. Always carry bear bells and bear spray when hiking.