Cities & Towns · Miyagi
Higashimatsushima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Higashimatsushima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Higashimatsushima reported a black bear near Jogetsutsumi on April 23, 2026, when a person driving by saw one bear around 10:00 a.m. and notified the city office. Another bear was seen in Nobiru on April 9, 2026, walking toward the northern woodland at the Okumatsushima Park mallet golf course.
The busiest areas in Higashimatsushima have been Nobirugaoka 2 chome, Jogetsutsumi, Nobirugaoka 3 chome, Asai, Ono, Kameoka, and Sakigamiyanagi, with activity clustering in residential and park edge areas. Reports peaked in October 2025 with 11 sightings and stayed high in November 2025 with 10, before dropping to 2 in December 2025; the city has logged 41 black bear sightings in total.
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東松島市で39件も出没してるんだ、特に11月から12月にかけて報告が相次いでるのが気になる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Higashimatsushima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Higashimatsushima?
Higashimatsushima has recorded 41 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 0 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Higashimatsushima?
The most recent bear sighting in Higashimatsushima was on December 10, 2025 in Higashimatsushima 上前柳, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Higashimatsushima?
Recent bear sightings in Higashimatsushima have been concentrated in Higashimatsushima Ono (6), Higashimatsushima Nobirugaoka 3-chome (5), Higashimatsushima Jogetsutsumi (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Higashimatsushima?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Higashimatsushima?
Higashimatsushima is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.