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Taiwa Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Taiwa, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Taiwa’s most recent bear report came from Miyadoko Yotsuji in Yamato Town, Miyagi Prefecture, where a single black bear about 1 meter long was sighted in woodland at around 09:20 on April 17, 2026. Police patrolled after the report, but the bear had already moved on.
Most of the activity has centered on Miyatoko and Ono in Taiwa, with sightings also coming from Ochiai Matsusaka and other parts of town. The pace was heaviest in October 2025 with 75 incidents and November 2025 with 64, then it stayed active into December 2025 with 22 before easing to 4 in January 2026 and 1 in March 2026. Taiwa has recorded 393 black bear sightings overall.
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1月18日に宮床で見つかった体長70センチのクマ、けっこう小さいんだな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Taiwa
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Taiwa?
Taiwa has recorded 393 bear incidents in total, with 1 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 Taiwa?
The most recent bear sighting in Taiwa was on March 21, 2026 in Taiwa Miyatoko, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Taiwa?
Recent bear sightings in Taiwa have been concentrated in Taiwa Ono (22), Taiwa Yoshioka-Mahoroba 2-chome (9), Taiwa Miyatoko (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Taiwa?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Taiwa?
Taiwa 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.