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Sōsei River Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Sōsei River
Sōsei River had a Brown Bear report in Sapporo Bankei on June 23, 2026. There were 17 incidents in the past 30 days, including 4 in the past 7 days. Reports are up from the previous week. Recent reports are spread across Sapporo Maruyama-Nishimachi, Sapporo Bankei, and Sapporo Fukui. The area has 656 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sōsei River
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sōsei River?
Sōsei River has recorded 656 bear incidents in total, with 17 reported in the last 30 days and 4 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 Sōsei River?
The most recent bear sighting in Sōsei River was on June 19, 2026 in Sapporo Kitanosawa, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sōsei River?
Recent bear sightings in Sōsei River have been concentrated in Sapporo Maruyama-Nishimachi (9), Otaru Katsuraokacho (9), Sapporo Hitsujigaoka (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sōsei River?
Activity has slowed. 4 incidents in the last 7 days, 17 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sōsei River?
Sōsei River 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.