Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Assabu Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Assabu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Assabu has just seen a brown bear near Uzura in the early hours of November 8, 2025, when a newspaper delivery driver spotted a single bear about 1.5 meters long crossing a town road and reported it to the police. Another bear was also reported in Assabu Toro on November 8, 2025, showing that sightings are still turning up in settled parts of town.
The busiest stretches have been around Assabu itself, with repeated captures and reports in places such as Shirooka, Uzura, Kimanai, Kyowa, and Shin ei, while activity has also continued in Toro. The pace peaked in August 2025 with 22 incidents and stayed high in October 2025 with 21, and Assabu has recorded 278 brown bear sightings overall.
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Five captures in a single week from late October, and they're still coming through Uzura in November.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Assabu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Assabu?
Assabu has 278 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 Assabu?
The most recent bear sighting in Assabu was on November 8, 2025 in Uzura (Uzura-cho), Assabu Town, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Assabu?
Recent bear sightings in Assabu have been concentrated in Assabu Shirooka (12), Assabu Miwa (11), Assabu Toro (9). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Assabu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Assabu?
Assabu 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.