Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Shin'i take Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shin'i take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shin'i take has been seeing fresh bear activity around Sunagawa and Utashinai. The most recent report came on April 24, 2026 at Sunagawa 北光, where a brown bear was seen moving west near Nishi 1-jo Kita 19-chome after a passerby spotted a black animal about 1.5 m long, and another sighting that same evening came from the area south of Kitakaro Sunagawa Main Store.
The busiest stretch in the record is Sunagawa, with repeated reports around Hokkō Park and nearby streets, while Utashinai Kamoi and Kamiuta also stand out for close road and town-edge encounters. Activity peaks in October 2025 with 21 reports, then stays active into November 2025 with 4, and the area has logged 54 brown bear sightings overall.
Shin'i take Bear Incident Map
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is it the same one coming back? october through november and all within basically the same few towns
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shin'i take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shin'i take?
Shin'i take has recorded 54 bear incidents in total, with 7 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Shin'i take?
The most recent bear sighting in Shin'i take was on April 24, 2026 in Sunagawa 北光, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shin'i take?
Recent bear sightings in Shin'i take have been concentrated in Shintotsukawa 字中央 (14), Sunagawa City (6), Shintotsukawa 字弥生 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shin'i take?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 7 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shin'i take?
Shin'i take 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.