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Akan Mashu National Park Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Akan Mashu National Park
Akan Mashu National Park had a Brown Bear report in Kushiro on July 8, 2026. There were 4 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 Kushiro, Teshikaga, and Teshikaga Kussharo. The area has 46 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Akan Mashu National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Akan Mashu National Park?
Akan Mashu National Park has recorded 46 bear incidents in total, with 4 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 Akan Mashu National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Akan Mashu National Park was on July 7, 2026 in Kushiro, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Akan Mashu National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Akan Mashu National Park have been concentrated in Tsubetsu (28), Kushiro 阿寒町シアンヌ (4), Kushiro 阿寒町阿寒湖温泉六丁目 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Akan Mashu National Park?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 4 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Akan Mashu National Park?
Akan Mashu National Park 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.