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Atsuma Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Atsuma, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Atsuma most recently saw a brown bear sighting in Atsuwa on November 21, 2025, and that was followed by more sign on the ground and more eyes on the hills, including a sighting in Shinmachi and footprints in Toyokawa on November 6, 2025, plus another Atsuwa sighting on November 4, 2025. The strongest recent cluster has been around Atsuwa, Toyokawa, Horai, Horonai, and Kanuma, with sightings and tracks turning up again and again in those parts of town.
Across Atsuma, activity has been heaviest in June 2025 with 7 reports, while August 2025 and September 2025 each saw 5, and November 2025 has already reached 4. The area has recorded 161 brown bear incidents overall, and the recent run suggests the bear activity is still centered in the same familiar places rather than spreading far beyond them.
Atsuma Bear Incident Map
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厚和や豊川、幌内とか同じエリアばっかり出てるんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Atsuma
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Atsuma?
Atsuma has 161 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 Atsuma?
The most recent bear sighting in Atsuma was on November 21, 2025 in Atsuma, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Atsuma?
Recent bear sightings in Atsuma have been concentrated in Mukawa (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Atsuma?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Atsuma?
Atsuma 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.