Mountains & Hiking · Hokkaido
Yokotsu take Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yokotsu take, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yokotsu take has seen its most recent brown bear report on October 25, 2025, when 1 bear was noted in Shikabe Honbetsu. Earlier in the same stretch, a bear was sighted on September 25, 2025 in Shikabe Miyahama, about 1 km upslope from the intersection of Route 43 and Route 278.
The activity is concentrated around Shikabe and Hakodate, especially in Kameda Nakanocho, where sightings and crop damage have continued through August and September. The busiest months in the record were May 2025 with 9 incidents, followed by July 2025, August 2025, and September 2025 with 5 each, and the area has logged 81 brown bear sightings overall.
Yokotsu take Bear Incident Map
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朝早い時間帯での目撃が相当多いな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yokotsu take
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yokotsu take?
Yokotsu take has 81 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 Yokotsu take?
The most recent bear sighting in Yokotsu take was on October 25, 2025 in Shikabe Honbetsu, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yokotsu take?
Recent bear sightings in Yokotsu take have been concentrated in Hakodate Kikyocho (14), Hakodate Kameda-Nakanocho (12), Hakodate Jinkawacho (11). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yokotsu take?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Yokotsu take?
Yokotsu 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.