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Kushiro Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Kushiro
Kushiro had a Brown Bear report in Kushiro 音別町中音別 on July 13, 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 Kushiro, Kushiro 美濃, and Kushiro 音別町中音別. The area has 137 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kushiro
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kushiro?
Kushiro has recorded 137 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 Kushiro?
The most recent bear sighting in Kushiro was on July 7, 2026 in Kushiro, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kushiro?
Recent bear sightings in Kushiro have been concentrated in Kushiro 鶴丘 (14), Kushiro 北斗 (9), Kushiro 美濃 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kushiro?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 4 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Kushiro?
Kushiro 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.