Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mui Ne yama Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mui Ne yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mui Ne yama has been seeing steady brown bear activity around Jozankei, where a driver spotted a single bear about 1 meter long in a forest near National Route 230 on December 7, 2025, roughly 50 meters from the road. That same area also had another December 7 sighting near the Haku betsu Bus Stop on Route 230, showing the animals are still moving close to the roadway.
The busiest ground is around Jozankei and the approach to Jozankei Nature Village, with repeated reports near Route 230, Route 1, and the Otaru Jozankei Line. Activity has been strongest in November 2025 with 7 incidents and October 2025 with 5, while the area has logged 114 brown bear sightings overall.
Mui Ne yama Bear Incident Map
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定山渓の国道230号線やキャンプ場周辺にこんなに集中して出ていると、観光地のすぐそばで活動してるってことなんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mui Ne yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mui Ne yama?
Mui Ne yama has 114 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 Mui Ne yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Mui Ne yama was on December 7, 2025 in Jozankei, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mui Ne yama?
Recent bear sightings in Mui Ne yama have been concentrated in Sapporo Jozankei (105), Sapporo Jozankeionsen-higashi 4-chome (2), Sapporo Jozankeionsen-higashi 2-chome (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mui Ne yama?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mui Ne yama?
Mui Ne yama 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.