Hokkaido Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Hokkaido
Hokkaido had a Brown Bear report in Nayoro 字徳田 on July 30, 2026. There were 548 incidents in the past 30 days, including 106 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Shibetsu, Esashi, and Hamatonbetsu Kutcharokohan. The area has 15,951 recorded incidents in total.
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Hokkaido Bear Incident Map
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3月に入ってからだけで10件近く報告されてるのに、北海道全体では12,450件って、ずいぶん蓄積があるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hokkaido
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hokkaido?
Hokkaido has recorded 15,951 bear incidents in total, with 548 reported in the last 30 days and 106 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 Hokkaido?
The most recent bear sighting in Hokkaido was on July 29, 2026 in Nayoro 字緑丘, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hokkaido?
Recent bear sightings in Hokkaido have been concentrated in Shibetsu (5), Esashi (3), Hamatonbetsu Kutcharokohan (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hokkaido?
Activity has slowed. 106 incidents in the last 7 days, 548 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hokkaido?
Hokkaido 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.