Location
Description
At around 07:40 on May 9, 2026, a single bear about 1.5 meters long was sighted in the northern mountain forest along Prefectural Route 16 near Shikotsuko in Suimeigyo, Chitose, Hokkaido. The bear later moved deeper into the forest; police had also confirmed a bear the previous day and have increased patrols.
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Summary
A single bear about 1.5 m long was spotted in the morning in the mountain forest along Route 16 near Shikotsuko in Suimeigyo, Chitose. Police, having confirmed a sighting the previous day, have stepped up patrols and warnings in the area.
Bear Type
Brown Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Address
Chitose, Hokkaido
Coordinates
42.796543, 141.462851
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