Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Chitokaniushi Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Chitokaniushi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Chitokaniushi had its latest brown bear report on March 21, 2026, when a driver on the Asahikawa Monbetsu Road in Kamikawa Kamikoshi spotted one bear on the shoulder of the road. No vehicles were involved, no one was hurt, and no traffic restrictions are planned, but police had stepped in after the sighting.
Most of the activity has been concentrated in Takinoue, where repeated sightings have come in through April 2025 to September 2025. The pace peaked in July 2025 with 13 reports, stayed busy in June 2025 with 8, and then dropped to 6 in August 2025 before easing to 2 in September 2025; across the area, there have been 33 brown bear sightings overall.
Mount Chitokaniushi Bear Incident Map
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July 23rd had three separate reports from Takinoue on the same day, and now we're seeing them again through September in that exact location.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Chitokaniushi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Chitokaniushi?
Mount Chitokaniushi has 33 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 Mount Chitokaniushi?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Chitokaniushi was on March 20, 2026 in Kamikawa Kamikoshi, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Chitokaniushi?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Chitokaniushi have been concentrated in Takinoue (32), Kamikawa Kamikoshi (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Chitokaniushi?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Chitokaniushi?
Mount Chitokaniushi 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.