Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Imakane Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Imakane
Imakane had a Brown Bear report in Imakane Kinbara on June 15, 2026. There were 4 incidents in the past 30 days, including 3 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are spread across Imakane Shiraishi, Imakane Kinbara, and Imakane Pirika. The area has 209 recorded incidents in total.
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Imakane Bear Incident Map
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北斗市に集中してるのか。197件のうちほとんどが同じ場所ばっかりだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Imakane
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Imakane?
Imakane has recorded 209 bear incidents in total, with 4 reported in the last 30 days and 3 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 Imakane?
The most recent bear sighting in Imakane was on June 14, 2026 in Imakane Kinbara, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Imakane?
Recent bear sightings in Imakane have been concentrated in Imakane Tanekawa (12), Imakane Nakasato (10), Imakane Tashiro (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Imakane?
Activity is elevated. 3 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Imakane?
Imakane 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.