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Asahikawa Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Asahikawa
Asahikawa had a Brown Bear report in Asahikawa on July 30, 2026. There were 11 incidents in the past 30 days, including 3 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Asahikawa, Asahikawa 東旭川町米原, and Asahikawa 神居町西丘. The area has 360 recorded incidents in total.
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新十津川町に集中してるんだな、11月だけで6件以上報告されてる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Asahikawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Asahikawa?
Asahikawa has recorded 360 bear incidents in total, with 11 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Asahikawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Asahikawa was on July 29, 2026 in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Asahikawa?
Recent bear sightings in Asahikawa have been concentrated in Asahikawa 東旭川町米原 (15), Asahikawa 東旭川町瑞穂 (10), Asahikawa 神居町西丘 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Asahikawa?
Activity has slowed. 3 incidents in the last 7 days, 11 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Asahikawa?
Asahikawa 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.