News Brown Bear Tomakomai, Hokkaido May 5, 2026, 03:00 PM

Description

At Yufutsu River in Akebono-cho, Tomakomai City, a man fishing spotted one bear on the opposite bank and recorded it on video. The article notes that bear sightings have been increasing across Hokkaido since Golden Week and warns that this season presents a higher risk of close encounters between people and bears.

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Summary

A fisherman at Yufutsu River in Akebono-cho, Tomakomai City, spotted a bear on the opposite bank and filmed it. Sightings have surged across Hokkaido since Golden Week, and authorities urge caution during this season when close encounters are more likely.

Bear Type

Brown Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 03:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

42.673502, 141.654018

Sources