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Yunokawa Onsen Brown Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Yunokawa Onsen, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Yunokawa Onsen is watching a fresh sign of brown bear activity: on April 1, 2026, around 12:00 in Tsurunocho, Hakodate, Hokkaido Police found traces believed to be from 1 brown bear, and the site also showed bear-like tracks. That is the latest warning sign in the area, following a winter run of bears moving through school grounds and neighborhood streets in Hakodate.
The busiest ground has been around Hakodate, especially near school routes such as Zenigamezawa Junior High School and nearby districts like Suzurankamachi and Suzuranoka cho, where tracks and parent and cub reports kept turning up in February 2026 and March 2026. Activity peaked in September 2025 with 44 incidents and again in October 2025 with 32, while the total count for this area now stands at 372 brown bear sightings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Yunokawa Onsen
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Yunokawa Onsen?
Yunokawa Onsen has 372 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 Yunokawa Onsen?
The most recent bear sighting in Yunokawa Onsen was on April 1, 2026 in Hakodate Tsurunocho, Hokkaido, where 1 Brown Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Yunokawa Onsen?
Recent bear sightings in Yunokawa Onsen have been concentrated in Hokuto Nozaki (8), Hakodate Kamayacho (7), Hokuto Nakano (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Yunokawa Onsen?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Yunokawa Onsen?
Yunokawa Onsen 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.