Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Tarumae Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Tarumae
Mount Tarumae had a Brown Bear report in Chitose on July 15, 2026. There were 4 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 include Chitose and Tomakomai. The area has 63 recorded incidents in total.
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Mount Tarumae Bear Incident Map
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Nishimori area alone shows up six times in the last year, which is a lot of incidents concentrated in one spot along Route 16.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Tarumae
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Tarumae?
Mount Tarumae has recorded 63 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Tarumae?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Tarumae was on June 26, 2026 in Tomakomai, 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 Tarumae?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Tarumae have been concentrated in Chitose (33), Tomakomai (18), Chitose 支笏湖温泉 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Tarumae?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Tarumae?
Mount Tarumae 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.