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Mukawa Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Mukawa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Mukawa’s most recent brown bear report came on March 19, 2026 in the Nisanai Area, where 1 brown bear was sighted at 2:10 PM. Another close call came in Shiomi on February 18, 2026, when a driver reported 2 brown bears, thought to be a parent and cub, standing in grass beside a municipal road.
The busiest stretches have been around Mukawa, Shiomi, Hobetsu, Asahioka, Aoba 1 chome, and Fukuzumi 4 chome, with activity peaking in July 2025 at 12 reports and staying high through August 2025 and September 2025, each with 9. Across the record, Mukawa has logged 182 brown bear sightings overall, and the recent pattern shows reports still coming in from both town edges and roadside areas.
Mukawa Bear Incident Map
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親子のクマが目撃されたのか。181件の報告数は相当な数だ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mukawa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mukawa?
Mukawa has 182 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 Mukawa?
The most recent bear sighting in Mukawa was on March 18, 2026 in Mukawa, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mukawa?
Recent bear sightings in Mukawa have been concentrated in Mukawa Hanaoka (8), Mukawa Hobetsu (6), Mukawa Hobetsuhiraoka (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mukawa?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Mukawa?
Mukawa 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.