Encounter & Field Knowledge What Shiretoko’s Official Guide Says About Bear Encounters
What Japan's Ministry of the Environment says about bear encounters in Shiretoko — from cars, on the trail, and what to do if one gets close.
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Encounter & Field Knowledge How to Read Hokkaido’s Official Bear Activity Sites (Even If You Don’t Read Japanese)
Two official Japanese-language sites track bear activity across Hokkaido's mountains. Here's how to read the caution levels and reports before you hike.
Rental Locations Shiretoko’s Four Bear Spray Rental Counters, Compared
Where to rent bear spray in Shiretoko — four counters run by the Shiretoko Nature Foundation, compared by location, price, and trailhead.