Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Shintoku Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shintoku, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shintoku recorded its latest troubling bear incident on November 7, 2025, when a brown bear was reported in Shintoku. Just days earlier, on November 5, 2025, town officials in Shintoku Town culled a female cub about 70 cm long after repeated sightings in the urban area and near the Sahoro resort zone.
Most of the activity has clustered around Shintoku Town, Shintoku Station, and the river and ranch corridor along the Penke Otasoi River, with bears also moving toward the Kamisahoro mountains. The busiest stretch came in October 2025 with 9 incidents, followed by November 2025 with 6, and the area has logged 16 brown bear sightings in all.
Shintoku Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shintoku
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shintoku?
Shintoku has 16 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 Shintoku?
The most recent bear sighting in Shintoku was on November 25, 2025 in Unknown (within Hokkaido), Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shintoku?
Recent bear sightings in Shintoku have been concentrated in Hokkaido (5), Unknown (within Hokkaido) (1), Kameda Park (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shintoku?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Shintoku?
Shintoku 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.