Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Iwamizawa Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Iwamizawa
Iwamizawa had a Brown Bear report in Iwamizawa on May 27, 2026. There were 1 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are centered on Iwamizawa. The area has 22 recorded incidents in total.
Sponsor the Iwamizawa page
The Iwamizawa page was viewed 1,247 times in the last 30 days, as of 6/14/2026. For ¥4,980/month, your business can reach people checking local safety, planning where to go, what to prepare, and where to stop. Click estimate: 12-37. Approved sponsors appear as the only business ad on this page.
Iwamizawa Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Iwamizawa
Places in Hokkaido
Comments (1)
Twenty three incidents in Iwamizawa and three of them happened on the same day in early December.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwamizawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwamizawa?
Iwamizawa has recorded 22 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 Iwamizawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwamizawa was on December 4, 2025 in Kasuga-cho 4-chome, Iwamizawa (near Nandai Park), Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iwamizawa?
Recent bear sightings in Iwamizawa have been concentrated in Iwamizawa 春日町四丁目 (2), Iwamizawa 栗沢町茂世丑 (2), Kasuga-cho 4-chome, Iwamizawa (near Nandai Park) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwamizawa?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Iwamizawa?
Iwamizawa 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.