Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Oketo Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Oketo
Oketo had a Brown Bear report in Oketo Nakasato on August 5, 2026. There were 3 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are spread across Oketo, Oketo Nakasato, and Oketo Toyozumi. The area has 196 recorded incidents in total.
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10月に上川町で一日に5件も捕獲されてるのか、よほど活発だった時期があったんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Oketo
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Oketo?
Oketo has recorded 196 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Oketo?
The most recent bear sighting in Oketo was on August 4, 2026 in Oketo Nakasato, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Oketo?
Recent bear sightings in Oketo have been concentrated in Oketo Nakasato (8), Oketo Katsuyama (8), Oketo Hokko (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Oketo?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 3 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Oketo?
Oketo 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.