Tourism Spots · Hokkaido
Azuma Dam Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Azuma Dam, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Azuma Dam has been seeing brown bear activity continue into spring, with the most recent incident on March 19, 2026 in Mukawa at the Nisanai Area, where one brown bear was sighted at 2:10 PM. That is the freshest sign that bears are still moving through the broader area.
The busiest parts of the surrounding district have been Atsuma, Mukawa, Abira, and nearby Yubari City, with repeated reports from places like Shinmachi, Horori, Horai, Horonai, and Hobetsu. Activity has been heaviest in July 2025, then again through August 2025 and September 2025, with reports easing in October 2025 and November 2025 after that seasonal peak.
Across this area, there have been 251 brown bear sightings in total.
Azuma Dam Bear Incident Map
No incidents in this time range
No incidents in this time range
Recent trips through Azuma Dam
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 Azuma Dam
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Azuma Dam?
Azuma Dam has 251 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 Azuma Dam?
The most recent bear sighting in Azuma Dam 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 Azuma Dam?
Recent bear sightings in Azuma Dam have been concentrated in Atsuma (39), Mukawa (34), Abira (15). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Azuma Dam?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Azuma Dam?
Azuma Dam 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.