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Mount Oakan Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Oakan
Mount Oakan had a Brown Bear report in Kushiro on July 8, 2026. There were 1 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are centered on Kushiro. The area has 13 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Oakan
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Oakan?
Mount Oakan has recorded 13 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 Mount Oakan?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Oakan was on July 7, 2026 in Kushiro, 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 Oakan?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Oakan have been concentrated in Kushiro 阿寒町シアンヌ (4), Tsubetsu (3), Kushiro 阿寒町阿寒湖温泉六丁目 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Oakan?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Oakan?
Mount Oakan 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.