Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Shin'i take Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shin'i take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shin'i take has just seen a troubling late season encounter at Mount Sankaku in Sapporo's Nishi Ward, where on April 24, 2026, three teenagers were hit in the eyes by bear deterrent spray after it was accidentally discharged during a hike. Earlier in April, a brown bear was also reported near Miyanomori in Chuo Ward, including a sighting about 10 meters from a residence on April 19 and another near Miyanomori Hospital on April 14.
The most active places have been around Miyanomori, Mount Sankaku, and Moiwayama, where reports keep coming from forest edges, trail corridors, and the slope country close to homes. Activity was busiest in October 2025 with 148 reports and stayed high in November 2025 with 72, before dropping through winter and then picking up again in March 2026 with 14; this area has recorded 1,378 brown bear sightings overall.
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1月上旬だけで札幌市内のクマ出没が38件で前年同期の8倍って、ずいぶん増えてるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shin'i take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shin'i take?
Shin'i take has recorded 1,378 bear incidents in total, with 10 reported in the last 30 days and 1 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Shin'i take?
The most recent bear sighting in Shin'i take was on April 23, 2026 in Sapporo 山の手4条11, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shin'i take?
Recent bear sightings in Shin'i take have been concentrated in Sapporo Jozankei (9), Sapporo Miyanomori (5), Maruyama Zoo (Sapporo) (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shin'i take?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 10 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shin'i take?
Shin'i 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.