Cities & Towns · Hokkaido
Tomamae Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tomamae, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tomamae saw its most striking recent case on April 29, 2026, when a brown bear weighing over 300 kg was captured after coming out of hibernation. Just before that, on April 27, 2026, a box trap in Nagashima district held a bear measuring about 2.15 m and weighing roughly 330 kg, showing that very large animals have been moving through the area this spring.
The activity is centered in Tomamae Town, including Nagashima district and Ogawa district, where several captures were recorded. The busiest stretch in the record came in November 2025 with 10 incidents, followed by October 2025 with 2, September 2025 with 1, and December 2025 with 1, and Tomamae has logged 19 brown bear sightings overall.
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体重400キロ級のヒグマが300キロを超える箱わなを簡単に倒してるなんて、相当な力だな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tomamae
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tomamae?
Tomamae has recorded 19 bear incidents in total, with 5 reported in the last 30 days and 5 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 Tomamae?
The most recent bear sighting in Tomamae was on April 28, 2026 in Tomamae, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tomamae?
Recent bear sightings in Tomamae have been concentrated in Tomamae Town (4), Tomamae Town, Hokkaido (3), Ogawa district, Tomamae Town (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tomamae?
Activity is elevated. 5 of the 5 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Tomamae?
Tomamae 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.