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Aibetsu Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Aibetsu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Aibetsu saw its latest brown bear report on November 8, 2025 at Aibetsu, where 1 brown bear was observed. Just before that, bears were also reported in Aibetsu Aizan on October 31, 2025 and October 30, 2025, showing that the town is still seeing fresh activity as autumn closes.
The most active spots have been Aibetsu Higashimachi and Aibetsu Aizan, with Higashimachi standing out through September and Aizan staying busy into October. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 8 reports, then stayed elevated in August 2025 and September 2025 with 4 and 5 reports, and Aibetsu has recorded 36 brown bear sightings overall.
Aibetsu Bear Incident Map
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Aibetsu Aizan and Higashimachi are pulling most of these incidents in the past few months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Aibetsu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Aibetsu?
Aibetsu has 36 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 Aibetsu?
The most recent bear sighting in Aibetsu was on November 8, 2025 in Aibetsu, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Aibetsu?
Recent bear sightings in Aibetsu have been concentrated in Aibetsu Aizan (11), Aibetsu Higashimachi (6), Aibetsu Kitamachi (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Aibetsu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Aibetsu?
Aibetsu 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.