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Wassamu Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Wassamu, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Wassamu's most recent brown bear report came on November 5, 2025 near Nishiwa 13 Sen Road in Wassamu Seiwa, where 1 bear was sighted. Earlier in the same stretch of activity, Wassamu Chuwa saw a bear near Route 21 between the 2 and 3 lines on October 29, 2025, and another on Municipal Road 19 on October 27, 2025.
The busiest ground is in Wassamu Chuwa, Wassamu Shiokari, and the Wassamu Sanwa area, with reports also reaching Fukuhara and roads around National Route 40 and National Route 10. Activity peaked in July 2025 with 8 incidents, stayed elevated in June 2025 with 6, and then eased into October 2025 with 5 and November 2025 with 1; the area has logged 104 brown bear sightings overall.
Wassamu Bear Incident Map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Wassamu
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Wassamu?
Wassamu has 104 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 Wassamu?
The most recent bear sighting in Wassamu was on November 5, 2025 in Wassamu Seiwa, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Wassamu?
Recent bear sightings in Wassamu have been concentrated in Wassamu Shiokari (17), Wassamu Towa (8), Wassamu Minamioka (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Wassamu?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Wassamu?
Wassamu 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.