Location
Description
On 2026-05-02 in Okoppe (Okhotsk area), camera footage captured a giant bear estimated at 1.8–2.0 m in length and about 250–300 kg. Another camera recorded the bear rubbing its back against a tree and showing large front claws.
Note: Official sources provide information in Japanese only. This description has been machine translated for your convenience.
Summary
During Golden Week, cameras in Okoppe (Okhotsk region) repeatedly captured a giant bear estimated at about 1.8–2.0 m long and 250–300 kg. Other footage showed the bear rubbing its back on a tree and revealing sharp claws; authorities warn that large bears have been notable this spring and caution is advised.
Bear Type
Brown Bear
Number of Bears
1
Provider Type
News
Date & Time
Friday, May 1, 2026 at 03:00 PM
Address
Okoppe, Hokkaido
Coordinates
44.469814, 143.124052
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