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Iwanuma Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Iwanuma, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Iwanuma had its most recent black bear report on December 17, 2025 at 10:00 in Iwanuma Kita Hase, when 1 bear was seen. That was followed by another sighting in Iwanuma Kita Hase on December 9, 2025 at 08:30, so this corner of town has stayed active into December.
The busiest places have been Iwanuma Kita Hase and Iwanuma Minami Hase, with additional reports in Iwanuma Byodo 4 chome, Iwanuma Byodo 3 chome, and Iwanuma Nagaoka. Activity peaked in November 2025 with 4 sightings, and the area has recorded 15 black bear sightings overall.
Iwanuma Bear Incident Map
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11月だけで4件も報告されてるから、岩沼市はずいぶん出没が多いんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Iwanuma
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Iwanuma?
Iwanuma has 15 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Iwanuma?
The most recent bear sighting in Iwanuma was on December 17, 2025 in Iwanuma Kita-Hase, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Iwanuma?
Recent bear sightings in Iwanuma have been concentrated in Iwanuma Kita-Hase (5), Iwanuma Minami-Hase (2), Iwanuma Shiga (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Iwanuma?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Iwanuma?
Iwanuma 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.