Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Shinhidaka Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Shinhidaka
Shinhidaka had a Brown Bear report in Shinhidaka on June 10, 2026. There were 6 incidents in the past 30 days, including 1 in the past 7 days. Reports are down from the previous week, but recent activity remains. Recent reports are centered on Shinhidaka. The area has 11 recorded incidents in total.
Sponsor the Shinhidaka page
The Shinhidaka page was viewed 753 times in the last 30 days, as of 6/14/2026. 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: 8-23. Approved sponsors appear as the only business ad on this page.
Shinhidaka Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Shinhidaka
Places in Hokkaido
Comments (0)
No comments yet.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shinhidaka
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shinhidaka?
Shinhidaka has recorded 11 bear incidents in total, with 6 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Shinhidaka?
The most recent bear sighting in Shinhidaka was on May 21, 2026 in Shinhidaka, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shinhidaka?
Recent bear sightings in Shinhidaka have been concentrated in Mitsuishi Higashi Horae, Shinhidaka Town (1), Shizunai Urawa, Shinhidaka Town (1), Mitsuishi Funamai, Shinhidaka Town (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shinhidaka?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 6 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shinhidaka?
Shinhidaka 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.