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Sendai Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sendai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sendai’s latest close call came at about 23:10 on April 29, 2026, when a 1.5 meter black bear ran out from the left and collided with a kei car on a municipal road in Minaminakayama 5 chome in Izumi Ward. The bear was also reported in Nishinakayama, and the driver escaped injury, but the damage shows how boldly these animals are moving through settled neighborhoods at night.
The heaviest pressure is still around Izumi Ward and the Tsurugaya area of Miyagino Ward, with repeated reports also coming from Taihaku Ward, Aoba Ward, and Tate. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 418 incidents and stayed very high in November 2025 with 290, then eased through winter into April 2026 with 31 reports; Sendai has now logged 2,103 black bear sightings overall.
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どこに現れてもおかしくない状況だね
仙台市だけで2,059件の出没報告があるって、ずいぶん多いな。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sendai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sendai?
Sendai has recorded 2,103 bear incidents in total, with 31 reported in the last 30 days and 7 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 Sendai?
The most recent bear sighting in Sendai was on April 29, 2026 in Sendai 西中山, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sendai?
Recent bear sightings in Sendai have been concentrated in Sendai Futsukamachi (7), Sendai Goroku (5), Sendai 西中山 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sendai?
Activity has slowed. 7 incidents in the last 7 days, 31 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sendai?
Sendai 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.