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Daisetsuzan National Park Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Daisetsuzan National Park, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Daisetsuzan National Park saw its most recent close call on August 30, 2025 around 16:00 near the Takanegahara junction on the traverse trail toward Chubetsu dake in Kamikawa, where a brown bear approached hikers and they used bear spray to drive it off. Earlier that same day, a brown bear was also reported in Biei, and the park has been seeing repeated bear activity this summer.
The busiest areas in these records are Kamikawa, Biei, Higashikawa, and Asahikawa, with activity showing up across trails and nearby forest edges. Reports peak in May 2024 with 4 incidents, while August 2025 has 3 and June 2023 has 3 as well, and the park has logged 24 brown bear sightings in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Daisetsuzan National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Daisetsuzan National Park?
Daisetsuzan National Park has 24 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 Daisetsuzan National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Daisetsuzan National Park was on August 30, 2025 in Kamikawa, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Daisetsuzan National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Daisetsuzan National Park have been concentrated in Higashikawa (6), Kamikawa (4), Asahikawa 東旭川町瑞穂 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Daisetsuzan National Park?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Daisetsuzan National Park?
Daisetsuzan 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.