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Minamifurano Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Minamifurano, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Minamifurano had another brown bear report on October 28, 2025 at 09:00, with 1 brown bear noted in Minamifurano. That keeps the recent stretch active, with more sightings also recorded on October 26, 2025, October 23, 2025 in 字下金山, October 20, 2025, October 19, 2025, October 18, 2025, October 16, 2025, October 15, 2025, and October 9, 2025.
The busiest places in this record are Minamifurano itself and 字下金山, and the activity has stayed steady through the warm months into fall. October 2025 and September 2025 both reached 13 reports, while June 2025 also reached 13, showing repeated peaks rather than a single surge. Across this record, Minamifurano has logged 265 brown bear sightings overall.
Minamifurano Bear Incident Map
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新十津川町と芦別市ばかりで、このページの265件中の大半がこの2か所に集中してるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Minamifurano
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Minamifurano?
Minamifurano has 265 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 Minamifurano?
The most recent bear sighting in Minamifurano was on October 28, 2025 in Minamifurano, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Minamifurano?
Recent bear sightings in Minamifurano have been concentrated in Minamifurano 字幾寅 (10), Minamifurano 字東鹿越 (8), Minamifurano 字下金山 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Minamifurano?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Minamifurano?
Minamifurano 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.