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Toma Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Toma, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Toma saw its latest brown bear report on August 30, 2025 in Tohma 緑郷四区, where one bear was reported in Midori-go, Tōma Town, Kamikawa District. That kind of sighting keeps the area on alert, with recent reports also coming from August 27 in Kaimei 4th Ward and August 7 in Midori-go 1st Ward, where footprints were found.
The activity is spread across Kaimei, Midori, and Ikaushi, with Kaimei standing out as the most active area in the recent reports. The busiest stretch in the monthly record was June 2024, with 7 incidents, while July 2024 followed with 5 and May 2024 also reached 5; across the full record, Toma has logged 59 brown bear sightings.
Toma Bear Incident Map
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緑郷と開明４区で何度も報告されてるのが気になる。同じ個体が行ったり来たりしてるんじゃないか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Toma
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Toma?
Toma has 59 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 Toma?
The most recent bear sighting in Toma was on August 30, 2025 in Tohma 緑郷四区, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Toma?
Recent bear sightings in Toma have been concentrated in Tohma 開明四区 (9), Tohma 開明三区 (7), Tohma 緑郷四区 (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Toma?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Toma?
Toma 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.