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Obihiro Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Obihiro
Obihiro had a Brown Bear report in Obihiro 川西町東一線 on July 20, 2026. There were 1 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 centered on Obihiro 川西町東一線. The area has 69 recorded incidents in total.
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10月から11月にかけて西23条や西24条の住宅街に次々と出ているから、もう市街地の中にいるのと変わらないな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Obihiro
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Obihiro?
Obihiro has recorded 69 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Obihiro?
The most recent bear sighting in Obihiro was on June 9, 2026 in Obihiro 中島町, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Obihiro?
Recent bear sightings in Obihiro have been concentrated in Obihiro 岩内町西一線 (5), Obihiro 拓成町西四線 (5), Obihiro 岩内町東一線 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Obihiro?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Obihiro?
Obihiro 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.