Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Setana Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Setana
Setana had a Brown Bear report in Setana Setanaku-Nishiosato on July 17, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, with no new reports in the past 7 days. Activity is not increasing, but there are still reports within the month. Recent reports are spread across Setana Kitahiyamaku-Wakamatsu, Setana Kitahiyamaku-Nishiniwa, and Setana Setanaku-Nishiosato. The area has 278 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Setana
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Setana?
Setana has recorded 278 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Setana?
The most recent bear sighting in Setana was on July 16, 2026 in Setana Setanaku-Nishiosato, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Setana?
Recent bear sightings in Setana have been concentrated in Setana Taiseiku-Kudo (11), Setana Kitahiyamaku-Tokushima (10), Setana Kitahiyamaku-Futoro (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Setana?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Setana?
Setana 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.