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Utsu take Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Utsu take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Utsu take saw its most striking recent report on April 6, 2026 in Takinoue 栄町, where 3 brown bears were reported together. That same area has stayed active through March 2026, with single bear sightings also coming from Takinoue 栄町 on March 23, March 17, and March 16, plus one report from Takinoue 字滝ノ上市街地五条通二丁目 on March 19.
Most of the activity has centered on Takinoue, especially 栄町, with other reports also appearing in 元町, 旭町, and 幸町. The busiest months in the record were July 2025 and August 2025 with 19 incidents each, followed by October 2025 with 15 and September 2025 with 8, and Utsu take has logged 98 brown bear sightings overall.
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11月だけで親子含めて4頭目撃されてるから、この時期の和寒町はけっこう活動が活発なんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Utsu take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Utsu take?
Utsu take has recorded 98 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 Utsu take?
The most recent bear sighting in Utsu take was on April 6, 2026 in Takinoue 栄町, Hokkaido, where 3 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Utsu take?
Recent bear sightings in Utsu take have been concentrated in Takinoue 幸町 (27), Takinoue 栄町 (11), Takinoue 濁川みどり町 (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Utsu take?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Utsu take?
Utsu 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.