News Brown Bear Kamikawa Kamikoshi, Hokkaido Mar 20, 2026, 03:00 PM

Description

A driver spotted one bear on the shoulder of the Asahikawa–Monbetsu Road and reported it. There were no vehicles involved or injuries, and no traffic restrictions are planned, but police have stepped up vigilance.

Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.

Summary

On March 21 a driver reported a single bear on the shoulder of the Asahikawa–Monbetsu Road in Hokkaido. No vehicles or people were harmed, and no traffic controls are planned, though police have increased patrols in the area.

Bear Type

Brown Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 03:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

43.888417, 142.978772

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