News Brown Bear Sapporo 山の手4条11, Hokkaido Apr 23, 2026, 03:00 PM

Description

On the Mt. Sankakuyama trail in Chuo Ward, Sapporo, three teenagers were incapacitated after being hit by bear-repellent spray. The spray appears to have entered their eyes and the incident is reported as a possible accidental discharge. The three injured were transported (details on severity not specified).

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Summary

On the Mt. Sankakuyama trail in Sapporo, three teenagers were incapacitated after being sprayed with bear-repellent spray. Reportedly the spray entered their eyes, and authorities are investigating whether it was an accidental discharge.

Bear Type

Brown Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 03:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

43.065494, 141.286432

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