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Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park
Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park had a Brown Bear report in Kutchan Kita-4-jo-Higashi 6-chome on November 30, 2025. No new incidents have been reported in the past 30 days. Recent activity is quiet and the recorded count is low. The area has 5 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park?
Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park has 5 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 Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park was on November 29, 2025 in Kutchan Kita-4-jo-Higashi 6-chome, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park?
Recent bear sightings in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park have been concentrated in Suttu (2), Kutchan Kita-4-jo-Higashi 6-chome (1), Akaigawa, Mori Town (along Route 5) (1). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park?
Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi-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.