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Muroran Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Muroran, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Muroran’s most recent bear trouble came on November 16, 2025, when a brown bear was confirmed near Nakajima Honcho in Muroran, close to homes and schools, after a man had already spotted one standing in the woods along the Chiribetsu road area that morning. Another sighting that same morning was reported near Nakajima Honcho 3 chome, putting the latest activity right beside a residential stretch.
The most active spots have been around Nakajima Honcho and the Danpara Ski Area side of Muroran, where bear traces were found in October 2025, June 2025, December 2024, and April 2024. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 5 reports, while May 2023 saw 9 reports, and Muroran has logged 18 brown bear sightings overall.
Muroran Bear Incident Map
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中島本町に11月16日だけで4件も集中してるって、同じ個体がその日に何度も目撃されたってことなんだろうか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Muroran
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Muroran?
Muroran has 18 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 Muroran?
The most recent bear sighting in Muroran was on November 16, 2025 in Nakajima Honcho, Muroran, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Muroran?
Recent bear sightings in Muroran have been concentrated in Muroran Chiribetsucho 4-chome (5), Muroran Nakajimahoncho 3-chome (2), Nakajima Honcho, Muroran (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Muroran?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Muroran?
Muroran 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.