Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan) Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan), compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
On November 7, 2025 at Shintoku, a brown bear was reported, the most recent sign of activity in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan). The latest report came after a busy October 2025, when 2 incidents were recorded, including a scat report in Biei on October 20, 2025 and a sighting in Biei on October 10, 2025.
Most of the activity has centered on Biei, with repeated reports there in April 2025, May 2025, July 2024, September 2024, and July 2023. The area has logged 15 brown bear sightings in total, and the strongest monthly stretch in the record came in April 2025 with 3 incidents, matched by June 2023 with 3 more.
Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan) Bear Incident Map
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新十津川町での報告がほとんどで、ここ数年で15件中12件くらいが同じ場所に集中してるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan)
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan)?
Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan) has 15 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 Tokachi (Daisetsuzan)?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan) 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 Tokachi (Daisetsuzan)?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan) have been concentrated in Biei (7), Biei 字平和 (5), Biei 字白金 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan)?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan)?
Mount Tokachi (Daisetsuzan) 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.