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Hokkaidō Jingū Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Hokkaidō Jingū, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Hokkaidō Jingū has recently seen its most striking report on May 8, 2026, when 1 brown bear was found near 476 Bankei, Chuo Ward, on the road about 280 m northeast of Bankei Hall. Other fresh reports clustered in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka, where bears were recorded on May 7, 2026 in the evening and again on May 3, 2026, along with another sighting in Sapporo Nishino and a bear like animal reported in Sapporo Teine Tomioka on May 5, 2026.
The activity around Hokkaidō Jingū is strongest in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka, Sapporo Bankei, Sapporo Nishino, and Sapporo Teine neighborhoods, where recent reports keep turning up near forest edges and residential streets. The broader pattern peaked in October 2025 with 206 incidents and stayed high in November 2025 with 100, while the area has logged 1,725 brown bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Hokkaidō Jingū
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Hokkaidō Jingū?
Hokkaidō Jingū has recorded 1,725 bear incidents in total, with 24 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 Hokkaidō Jingū?
The most recent bear sighting in Hokkaidō Jingū was on May 7, 2026 in Sapporo Bankei, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Hokkaidō Jingū?
Recent bear sightings in Hokkaidō Jingū have been concentrated in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka (7), Sapporo Miyanomori (5), Otaru Katsuraokacho (5). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Hokkaidō Jingū?
Activity is elevated. 10 of the 24 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Hokkaidō Jingū?
Hokkaidō Jingū 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.