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Tomakomai Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tomakomai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tomakomai saw its latest brown bear report on the afternoon of April 15, 2026, when water quality survey personnel spotted one bear near a reservoir by National Route 276. Marking traces where the bear had rubbed its back were also found there, which is a clear sign that bears are using that area.
The busiest pockets have been around Utonai Kita 12-chome, Takuyu Nishi-machi 3-chome, Mizawa, and Shimizu-cho 2-chome, with sightings and bear damage turning up close to homes, roads, and farms. Activity has been strongest in November 2025 with 6 incidents, then October 2025 with 4, while January 2026 and December 2025 each saw 3; Tomakomai has recorded 21 brown bear sightings overall.
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Three incidents in December alone at farms in Mizawa and Misawa, then four more sightings around Utonai within a single day on November 12 — that's concentrated activity for one municipality.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tomakomai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tomakomai?
Tomakomai has recorded 21 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 Tomakomai?
The most recent bear sighting in Tomakomai was on April 15, 2026 in Tomakomai, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tomakomai?
Recent bear sightings in Tomakomai have been concentrated in Chitose (4), Mizawa, Tomakomai (2), Takuyu Nishi-machi 3-chome, Tomakomai (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tomakomai?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Tomakomai?
Tomakomai 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.