Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Yoichi take Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yoichi take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yoichi take has been watching a fresh brown bear appearance near Asarigawa Onsen, Otaru, where on February 18, 2026 around 17:40 a hotel employee spotted and filmed a juvenile bear about 50 to 60 cm long on a municipal road. The sighting was confirmed from video, and it stands out as the most recent sign that bears are still moving along the settled edge of this area.
Most of the activity is centered around Sapporo Jozankei and Otaru, with repeated reports from roadside and trailhead areas such as Jozankei, Asarigawa Onsen, and the Otaru Jozankei Line corridor. Activity has been strongest in February 2026, with 2 reports, and it also picked up in October 2025 with 2 reports, while the overall picture here includes 25 brown bear sightings.
Yoichi take Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yoichi take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yoichi take?
Yoichi take has 25 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 Yoichi take?
The most recent bear sighting in Yoichi take was on February 18, 2026 in Asarigawa Onsen 2-chome, Otaru, Hokkaido, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yoichi take?
Recent bear sightings in Yoichi take have been concentrated in Sapporo Jozankei (21), Asarigawa Onsen 2-chome, Otaru, Hokkaido (1), Asarigawa Onsen, Otaru (Hokkaido) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yoichi take?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Yoichi take?
Yoichi 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.