Tourism Spots · Hokkaido
Asahi Bridge Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Asahi Bridge
Asahi Bridge had a Brown Bear report in Biei 字旭 on August 8, 2026. There were 26 incidents in the past 30 days, including 10 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Takasu, Asahikawa Higashi Asahikawacho Sakuraoka, and Asahikawa 東旭川町米原. The area has 488 recorded incidents in total.
Asahi Bridge Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Asahi Bridge
Nearby Areas
Comments (0)
No comments yet.
Hiking in bear country
Safety picks and trail essentials, top-rated on Amazon and Rakuten.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Asahi Bridge
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Asahi Bridge?
Asahi Bridge has recorded 488 bear incidents in total, with 26 reported in the last 30 days and 10 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 Asahi Bridge?
The most recent bear sighting in Asahi Bridge was on August 7, 2026 in Biei 字旭, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Asahi Bridge?
Recent bear sightings in Asahi Bridge have been concentrated in Asahikawa 東旭川町米原 (12), Takasu (12), Asahikawa (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Asahi Bridge?
Activity is elevated. 10 of the 26 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Asahi Bridge?
Asahi Bridge 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.