Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Tarumae Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Tarumae, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mount Tarumae saw a brown bear on the afternoon of April 15, 2026, when survey staff spotted one near a reservoir by National Route 276 in Tomakomai, and they also found rubbing marks where the animal had marked the site. That kind of sign keeps showing up around the same roads and shorelines that hikers and visitors use.
Most of the activity has been centered around Chitose, especially the Shikotsu Onsen and Nishimori areas, with other reports also coming from Tomakomai and Suimekyō. The busiest stretch was in October, August, and July with 2 reports each month, and the area has recorded 37 brown bear sightings in all.
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 37 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 Tarumae?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Tarumae was on April 15, 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 (24), Chitose 支笏湖温泉 (6), Chitose 水明郷 (5). 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, 1 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.