Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Kitami Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kitami
Kitami had a Brown Bear report in Kitami Koyo-cho on August 4, 2026. There were 12 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Kitami Wakamatsu, Kitami, and Kitami Kawahigashi. The area has 290 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kitami
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kitami?
Kitami has recorded 290 bear incidents in total, with 12 reported in the last 30 days and 2 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Kitami?
The most recent bear sighting in Kitami was on August 3, 2026 in Kitami Koyo-cho, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kitami?
Recent bear sightings in Kitami have been concentrated in Kitami Wakamatsu (8), Kitami Rubeshibe-cho-Kowa (7), Kitami Tokoro-cho-Fukuyama (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kitami?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 12 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kitami?
Kitami 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.