Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Hakodate Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Hakodate, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Hakodate has seen fresh brown bear signs in Hakodate City on February 5, 2026, when bear like footprints about 13 centimeters wide were found at a printing company site in Suzuranoka cho and Suzurankamachi, with the tracks heading east. Earlier that same window, tracks about 14, 10, and roughly 13 centimeters wide turned up near homes, a junior high school, and other places in the city.
The most active areas have been Hakodate City and nearby Hokuto City, with reports clustering around residential edges, roads, fields, and rail lines rather than deep in the mountains. Activity peaked in September with 22 incidents and stayed high in October with 17 and August with 13, while winter reports continued into November, December, and February. Across this area, there have been 186 brown bear sightings overall.
Mount Hakodate Bear Incident Map
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Four separate tracks in just two days across Hakodate City in early February, with print widths ranging from 10 to 14 cm.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Hakodate
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Hakodate?
Mount Hakodate has 186 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 Hakodate?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Hakodate was on February 4, 2026 in Suzurankamachi, Hakodate, Hokkaido, where 2 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Hakodate?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Hakodate have been concentrated in Hakodate Jinkawacho (13), Hakodate Kameda-Nakanocho (8), Hakodate Kikyocho (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Hakodate?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Hakodate?
Mount Hakodate 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.