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Hoheikyo Dam Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hoheikyo Dam, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hoheikyo Dam is seeing fresh bear activity close to home: on April 24, 2026, a brown bear was reported in Sapporo Makomanai, near 160 2 Makomanai, Minami Ward, on the Sumikawa Atsubetsu Taki connecting road about 700 meters east of Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort. Just before that, on April 19, 2026, another brown bear was reported in a forested area near Miyanomori 1 jo 17 chome in Sapporo, showing that bears are still moving through the wooded edges around the city.
The busiest ground is around Minami Ward, especially Makomanai, Jozankei, Shirakawa, and the forested corridors leading toward the mountains, with repeated reports also coming from Miyanomori and Fujigaoka Park. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 74 incidents and stayed high in November 2025 with 41, while December 2025 still brought 7 sightings, and the broader record for this area now stands at 1,244 brown bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hoheikyo Dam
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hoheikyo Dam?
Hoheikyo Dam has recorded 1,244 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 0 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 Hoheikyo Dam?
The most recent bear sighting in Hoheikyo Dam was on April 23, 2026 in Sapporo Makomanai, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hoheikyo Dam?
Recent bear sightings in Hoheikyo Dam have been concentrated in Sapporo Shirakawa (21), Sapporo Jozankei (17), Sapporo Makomanai (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hoheikyo Dam?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Hoheikyo Dam?
Hoheikyo 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.