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Uryunuma Wetland Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Uryunuma Wetland, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Uryunuma Wetland most recently saw a brown bear reported in the morning on October 13, 2025 in Shaguma, Mashike Town. That is the latest sign of bear activity in this area, where a single bear was also recorded in Shintotsukawa on September 18, 2025 and June 3, 2025.
The busiest ground has been around Shintotsukawa, especially Yoshino, with reports there stretching across 2025, 2024, and 2023. Activity peaked in April 2023, May 2023, and September 2023, each with 3 incidents, while the area has logged 30 brown bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Uryunuma Wetland
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Uryunuma Wetland?
Uryunuma Wetland has 30 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 Uryunuma Wetland?
The most recent bear sighting in Uryunuma Wetland was on October 13, 2025 in Shaguma, Mashike Town, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Uryunuma Wetland?
Recent bear sightings in Uryunuma Wetland have been concentrated in Shintotsukawa (18), Shintotsukawa 字吉野 (8), Shintotsukawa 字幌加 (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Uryunuma Wetland?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Uryunuma Wetland?
Uryunuma Wetland 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.