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6/2 2026

Notice: Hinata has passed away.

Notice: A 25-year-old male Ezo brown bear, Hinata, has passed away. They have been released since the opening on April 25th, and although they were less active than usual due to their advanced age, they remained calm. On May 10th, I had been sleeping and resting for a long time since the morning, so my appetite had decreased a little, so I stopped exhibiting from the 11th and let myself rest. From the 11th to the 13th, he didn't have much of an appetite, and although he was able to move around on his own, he moved slowly from beginning to end. Since the morning of the 14th, the patient had been lying down, not moving, and unresponsive to stimulation, and although he stood up once, he immediately fell back down, and around 3:10 pm, it was confirmed that he had stopped breathing. As a result of the autopsy, the cause of death was presumed to be a large amount of ascites due to a hole in the bladder, difficulty in breathing due to ascites compressing the diaphragm and lungs, and heart failure due to reabsorption of a large amount of toxins and potassium from ascites (urine). (As of June 3rd) (This is a guess and may change in the future) Since coming to Bear Mountain, the bears have gotten along well with the Santa twins and have always been together, and although they can be aggressive, the three bears, including the late Kouji, are actively moving around.At Bear Point, the bears showed a calm demeanor and played with Santa in front of everyone. For the past few years, we have not been able to release him and see him for a long time due to compatibility issues, but everyone has always cared for us. Thank you for supporting and loving Hinata, who has worked hard at Bear Mountain for a long time. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all the staff. As of June 3, 2026, there are currently 10 individuals being bred at our facility.


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6/1 2026

6/3 (Wednesday) Bear watching bus time change information

On Wednesday, June 3rd, the bear watching bus departing at 9:30 and 10:00 will be suspended due to group use. Thank you for your understanding. For inquiries regarding bus schedules, please contact us by phone. Sahoro Resort Bear Mountain Tel.0156-64-7007


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5/22 2026

Admission with bear watching bus + canoe experience “Wild Pack” now on sale!

From May 23rd (Saturday), we will be selling the "Wild Pack" which includes admission with a bear watching bus and a canoe experience. After observing brown bears living in the great outdoors up close, let's experience the charm of Canadian canoeing at Niinai Pond, which is 1 km in circumference! ``Wild Pack'' Entrance ticket with bear watching bus + Niinai pond canoe experience Adults: 4,400 yen, Elementary school students/over 60 years old: 3,850 yen (tax included) *If the canoe experience cannot be held due to bad weather, a paracord craft will be made. *Preschool children (4-6 years old) are free to enter with the bear watching bus, but canoe rides will cost 1,650 yen (tax included). <Notes on the canoe experience> Paddlers must be in the 4th grade or above. *Those aged 3 to 3rd grade of elementary school are only allowed to board the ship on the condition that they can sit quietly.


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5/14 2026

Notice of closure on Friday, May 15th

Thank you for using Sahoro Resort Bear Mountain. We were scheduled to open as usual on May 15th (Friday), but we will be closed at short notice. We apologize to those who were planning to visit the park. We will resume normal business hours from Saturday, May 16th. Thank you for your understanding. Sahoro Resort Bear Mountain Manager


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5/11 2026

Bear Mt. 2026 Season Pass Sales Information

“Bear Mt. 2026 Season Pass” with great benefits is now on sale! You can fully enjoy Bear Mountain until October 18, 2026 (Sunday), so please take this opportunity to purchase! ■Bear Mt. 2026 season pass fee (tax included) Adults (junior high school students and older) 11,000 yen Seniors (60 and older) 7,700 yen Children (elementary school students) 7,700 yen ■Bear Mt. 2026 season pass benefits ・Bear Mt. admission, unlimited rides on the bear watching bus・10% off when paying at Bear Mt. Shop (some items excluded) ・Sahoro Resort Hotel Spa "Refre" bathing fee half price Adults 1,200 yen → 600 yen, Children (4 years old to elementary school student) 800 yen → 400 yen ・Sahoro Resort Hotel resort center (activity counter) Canoe experience, indoor experience 500 yen discount


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5/7 2026

Bear Mt. original T-shirt (Kumaoji T-shirt) now on sale!

The Bear Mt. original T-shirt ``Kumaoji T-shirt'' designed by a Bear Mt. breeding staff is now on sale at the Bear Mt. shop. There are four sizes: S, M, L, and LL. Price: 3,000 yen (tax included) If you like bears, please buy it!


Announcement (Business Information) / the latest news
5/6 2026

5/6 (Wednesday/Holiday) Opening time will be delayed due to fallen trees due to strong winds.

Thank you for using Sahoro Resort Bear Mountain. Today (5/6), during a pre-opening safety inspection of the park, a tree fell down due to strong winds, and the opening time will be delayed due to removal work. (About 30 minutes) The park is scheduled to open from 9:00 to 9:30. The first bear watching bus is scheduled to depart at 9:30, but if it takes time to remove fallen trees, the departure time may be delayed. Thank you for your understanding. Postscript: The fallen tree removal work was completed at 8:45. The park is scheduled to open at 9:10, and the first bus leaves at 9:30.


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5/1 2026

Notice of increased bear watching bus service during Golden Week (5/2-5/5)

Thank you for using Sahoro Resort Bear Mountain. We will increase the number of bear watching buses for a limited time from May 2nd (Sat) to May 5th (Tuesday/holiday)! The first train runs every 20 minutes starting at 9:20. The last bus will be at 15:20. Timetable 9 o'clock 20 40 10 o'clock 00 20 40 11 o'clock 00 20 40 12 o'clock 00 20 40 13 o'clock 00 20 40 14:00 20 40 15:00 20 *If the bus remains full, a special bus will be operated.


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4/30 2026

Notice of limited time sale of Bear x Lunch Pack (5/1-5/6)

Thank you for using Sahoro Resort Bear Mountain. For a limited time from May 1st (Friday) to May 6th (Wednesday), we will be selling a great value "Bear x Lunch Pack" that includes Bear Mountain x Hotel Lunch (equivalent to 2,000 yen)! Please enjoy a hotel-made lunch with "Bear Mountain". *Lunch location will be at the Sahoro Garden restaurant in the Sahoro Resort Hotel. *Lunch time/11:30-14:00 (last order)


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4/24 2026

Bear Mt. opens on Saturday, April 25, 2026! The first 10 people will receive an original bear magnet! !

Thank you everyone for waiting! Bear Mountain will open for the 2026 season tomorrow, April 25th (Sat) at 9am. We look forward to seeing many of you. This season, new friends (Ren, Rocky *have already made their debut in the park) have joined the team. Please come and visit the even more powerful Bear Mt. ☆As part of our 2026 opening project, the first 10 groups will receive a Bear Mt. original magnet! The original magnet is not for sale, and it is a very rare bear goods with hand-drawn illustrations by the bear breeding staff! Don't miss this opportunity! ! In addition, we will be selling original T-shirts with hand-drawn illustrations soon, so please look forward to it! This season, we are scheduled to be open until October 18th (Sunday). We are closed irregularly, so please pay attention to business days when you visit! Also, starting this season, the departure time of the bear watching bus has been changed. The last departure will be at 15:00, so if you would like to ride the bear watching bus, please arrive early. *During busy seasons such as Golden Week and Obon, the last departure time is 15:20. All of us at Kuma and our staff are looking forward to meeting many customers♪


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