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Shibetsu Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shibetsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shibetsu’s most recent report came on April 16, 2026, when a driver saw 1 brown bear crossing a prefectural road at 36 sen, Tayori cho, Shibetsu City around 18:30, and reported it to the Shibetsu police station. That kind of roadside encounter fits the recent pattern, with other fresh reports around Higashi 3 jo 19 chome, Kamishibe cho, Kawanishimachi, and Onnebetsu Town.
The busiest stretches have been around Shibetsu, especially Tayori, Tori machi, Kamishibe cho, Onnebetsu Town, and Kawanishimachi, where tracks and sightings keep turning up near roads and town edges. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 15 reports, stayed high in June 2025 with 13, and then showed another rise in August 2025 and October 2025 with 10 each, while the area has recorded 129 brown bear sightings in all.
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10月26日は多寄町だけで一日に3件も報告されてるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shibetsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shibetsu?
Shibetsu has recorded 129 bear incidents in total, with 1 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Shibetsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Shibetsu was on April 16, 2026 in Shibetsu, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shibetsu?
Recent bear sightings in Shibetsu have been concentrated in Shibetsu 多寄町 (10), Shibetsu 川西町 (9), Shibetsu 中士別町 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shibetsu?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Shibetsu?
Shibetsu 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.