Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Muka yama Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Muka yama, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Muka yama’s latest brown bear report came on April 20, 2026 in Kitami’s Rubeshibe area, where a driver on a national highway saw one bear feeding on what appeared to be a deer at the roadside and called police. That is the kind of roadside encounter that has been showing up here, with Kitami accounting for much of the activity and sightings also noted in October 2025 and November 2025.
Across Muka yama, brown bear reports have reached 23 in all. The pace has been busiest in August 2025, when activity climbed to 4 reports, while May 2025 brought 2 and June 2025, July 2025, October 2025, and November 2025 each recorded 1.
Muka yama Bear Incident Map
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和寒町に集中してるけど、8月が特に多いんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Muka yama
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Muka yama?
Muka yama has recorded 23 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Muka yama?
The most recent bear sighting in Muka yama was on April 20, 2026 in Kitami, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Muka yama?
Recent bear sightings in Muka yama have been concentrated in Kitami (22), Oketo (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Muka yama?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Muka yama?
Muka 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.