Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Moiwa Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Moiwa
Mount Moiwa had a Brown Bear report in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka on June 13, 2026. There were 25 incidents in the past 30 days, including 7 in the past 7 days. Reports are at the same level as the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Sapporo Hitsujigaoka, Sapporo Maruyama-Nishimachi, and Sapporo Bankei. The area has 1,434 recorded incidents in total.
Sponsor the Mount Moiwa page
The Mount Moiwa page was viewed 1,725 times in the last 30 days, as of 6/13/2026. For ¥4,980/month, your business can reach people checking local safety, planning where to go, what to prepare, and where to stop. Click estimate: 17-52. Approved sponsors appear as the only business ad on this page.
Mount Moiwa Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Mount Moiwa
Nearby Areas
Comments (1)
夜間や早朝の目撃が多いのか。
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Moiwa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Moiwa?
Mount Moiwa has recorded 1,434 bear incidents in total, with 25 reported in the last 30 days and 7 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 Moiwa?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Moiwa was on June 12, 2026 in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka, 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 Moiwa?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Moiwa have been concentrated in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka (20), Sapporo Maruyama-Nishimachi (8), Sapporo Miyanomori (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Moiwa?
Activity has slowed. 7 incidents in the last 7 days, 25 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Moiwa?
Mount Moiwa 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.