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Sumiyoshi Shrine Brown Bear Incidents
Brown Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Sumiyoshi Shrine
Sumiyoshi Shrine had a Brown Bear report in Otaru on August 8, 2026. There were 3 incidents in the past 30 days, including 2 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports are spread across Otaru, Sapporo Jozankei, and Yoichi. The area has 99 recorded incidents in total.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sumiyoshi Shrine
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sumiyoshi Shrine?
Sumiyoshi Shrine has recorded 99 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Sumiyoshi Shrine?
The most recent bear sighting in Sumiyoshi Shrine was on August 6, 2026 in Sapporo Jozankei, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sumiyoshi Shrine?
Recent bear sightings in Sumiyoshi Shrine have been concentrated in Otaru Katsuraokacho (12), Sapporo Kanayama 3-jo 3-chome (12), Sapporo Teine-Kanayama (10). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sumiyoshi Shrine?
Activity is elevated. 2 of the 3 monthly incidents occurred in the last 7 days.
What type of bears are in Sumiyoshi Shrine?
Sumiyoshi Shrine 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.