Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Yakumo Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Yakumo
Yakumo had a Brown Bear report in Yakumo Kumaishi-otanicho on June 11, 2026. There were 32 incidents in the past 30 days, including 6 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are spread across Yakumo Yamakoshi, Yakumo, and Yakumo Nodaoi. The area has 1,531 recorded incidents in total.
Sponsor the Yakumo page
The Yakumo page was viewed 935 times in the last 30 days, as of 6/13/2026. For ¥2,480/month, your business can reach people checking local safety, planning where to go, what to prepare, and where to stop. Click estimate: 9-28. Approved sponsors appear as the only business ad on this page.
Yakumo Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Yakumo
Places in Hokkaido
Comments (1)
Four sightings in a single hour on October 25 plus multiple returns to Kumaishi Mihimachi within days makes 12 incidents across the town feel like an undercount.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yakumo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yakumo?
Yakumo has recorded 1,531 bear incidents in total, with 32 reported in the last 30 days and 6 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 Yakumo?
The most recent bear sighting in Yakumo was on June 10, 2026 in Yakumo Kumaishi-otanicho, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yakumo?
Recent bear sightings in Yakumo have been concentrated in Yakumo Kumaishi-Kuroiwacho (16), Yakumo Yamakoshi (13), Yakumo Kumaishi-Kennichicho (12). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yakumo?
Activity has slowed. 6 incidents in the last 7 days, 32 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Yakumo?
Yakumo 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.