Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Meakan Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Meakan, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Meakan saw its most recent brown bear report on April 30, 2026 in Ashoro, when one bear crossed the road about 200 meters ahead of a driver and then ran off toward the far side after noticing the vehicle. The same area has also seen captures in farmland in September 2025 and May 2025, with road sightings in July 2025 showing that bears have been moving through both fields and travel routes here.
The most active places in this record are Ashoro and Kushiro, especially around Akancho Akan Lake Onsen in Kushiro and the farmland and road corridors in Ashoro. Activity peaked in May 2025 with 3 incidents, and there were 2 in July 2025 and 2 in September 2025; Mount Meakan has logged 13 brown bear sightings overall.
Mount Meakan Bear Incident Map
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Ashoro's been getting hit hard in just the last few months with three separate incidents, two of them captures in farmland within a week of each other in late September.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Meakan
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Meakan?
Mount Meakan has recorded 13 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Mount Meakan?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Meakan was on April 30, 2026 in Ashoro, 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 Meakan?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Meakan have been concentrated in Ashoro (5), Kushiro 阿寒町阿寒湖温泉六丁目 (3), Kushiro 阿寒町阿寒湖温泉五丁目 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Meakan?
Activity is elevated. 1 of the 1 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Meakan?
Mount Meakan 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.