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Eniwa Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Eniwa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Eniwa's most recent close call came on October 30, 2025, when 1 brown bear was seen along Route 117 in Eniwa Banjiri; it stayed by the roadside for a while before slipping away. Just a week earlier, on October 23, 2025, another bear on Route 117 in Eniwa fled north into the woods when lights were shone on it.
The busiest ground has been around Banjiri, Route 117, and Route 453, with other reports from Kashiwagicho and Eniwa City itself, including tracks, roadside sightings, and damage to greenhouse mini tomatoes. Activity peaks in October, with 12 reports, after September brought 7 and August brought 4; the area has now logged 99 brown bear sightings overall.
Eniwa Bear Incident Map
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道道117号や国道453号みたいな道路での発見が相次いでるから、クマが移動ルートに沿って行動してるのかな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Eniwa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Eniwa?
Eniwa has 99 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 Eniwa?
The most recent bear sighting in Eniwa was on October 30, 2025 in Eniwa Banjiri, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Eniwa?
Recent bear sightings in Eniwa have been concentrated in Eniwa Banjiri (3), Eniwa Kashiwagicho (2), Banjiri, Enaichi (Eniwa) City (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Eniwa?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Eniwa?
Eniwa 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.