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Higashikawa Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Higashikawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kamikawa Higashikawa Town has recorded 10 brown bear sightings, including footprints found on November 10, 2025 in Higashikawa 新栄東1丁目 and a sighting on July 22, 2025 at Higashikawa Higashi 12-go kita. The area around Higashikawa shows repeated activity with incidents listed in May and June as well as July and November.
Visitors should note monthly reports show 2 sightings in November 2025, 1 in July 2025, and 1 in May 2025, and earlier records list 1 in June 2024, 2 in May 2024, 1 in July 2023, and 2 in June 2023. The specific places named include Higashikawa 新栄東1丁目, Higashikawa Higashi 12-go kita, and general Higashikawa locations where those incidents occurred.
Higashikawa Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Higashikawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Higashikawa?
Higashikawa has 10 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 Higashikawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Higashikawa was on November 9, 2025 in Higashikawa 新栄東1丁目, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Higashikawa?
Recent bear sightings in Higashikawa have been concentrated in Higashikawa 新栄東1丁目 (2), Higashikawa Higashi 12-go kita (1), Higashikawa Kita 7-sen higashi (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Higashikawa?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Higashikawa?
Higashikawa 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.