Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Oputateshike Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Oputateshike, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Oputateshike has had 10 recorded brown bear sightings and it has been quieter this year with only 1 sighting in November 2025 and two in October 2025. The recent incident on 2025-11-07 in Shintoku involved a single brown bear and follows earlier October reports from Biei including scat and sighting notes.
Most of the activity this dataset shows clusters around Biei, with multiple entries through 2025 and earlier years and a single July 2024 sighting in Biei as well. The monthly totals show 2 sightings in October 2025, 1 in November 2025, and the rest spread across spring months and 2023 for a total of 10.
Mount Oputateshike Bear Incident Map
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新十津川町に集中してるな。
Hiking in bear country
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Oputateshike
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Oputateshike?
Mount Oputateshike has 10 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 Mount Oputateshike?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Oputateshike was on November 7, 2025 in Shintoku, 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 Oputateshike?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Oputateshike have been concentrated in Biei (7), Biei 字白金 (2), Shintoku (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Oputateshike?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Oputateshike?
Mount Oputateshike 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.