Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Shikabe Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Shikabe, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Shikabe saw a brown bear on November 27, 2025 at about 5:45 PM, when 1 bear was sighted roughly 300 meters ahead from Shikabe Station toward Mori Town. That is the most recent report in an area that has now recorded 61 brown bear sightings overall.
The busiest ground has been around Shikabe Station, the Route 278 and Route 43 intersection, and Hombetsu in Shikabe Town, with reports also reaching Miyahama and the approach to Hyotan numa Park. Activity has been strongest in October 2025 with 5 incidents and November 2025 with 4, while September 2025 had 2 and August 2025 had 1; the pattern is the same in earlier months, with July 2024 standing out at 16 incidents and June 2024 at 7.
Shikabe Bear Incident Map
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11月だけで3件も出てるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Shikabe
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Shikabe?
Shikabe has 61 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 Shikabe?
The most recent bear sighting in Shikabe was on November 27, 2025 in Shikabe, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Shikabe?
Recent bear sightings in Shikabe have been concentrated in Shikabe Honbetsu (10), Shikabe Komami (4), Shikabe Miyahama (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Shikabe?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Shikabe?
Shikabe 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.