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Izumi Ward, Sendai Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Izumi Ward, Sendai, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Izumi Ward, Sendai saw its most recent sharp encounter on April 29, 2026, when a black bear about 1.5 meters long ran out from the left and collided with a kei car on a municipal road in Minaminakayama 5 chome; the driver was not hurt, but the vehicle took damage. Just days earlier, another bear was seen near Yakata on April 23, 2026, showing how close these animals have been coming to roads and homes.
The busiest ground has been around Minaminakayama, Yakata, Kamo, and Teraoka, where bears have been turning up along streets, near schools, and beside residential areas. Activity surged in October 2025 with 122 reports and stayed high in November 2025 with 105, then dropped through winter before rising again in April 2026 with 8 reports; across Izumi Ward, Sendai, the tally has reached 629 black bear sightings.
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1月29日未明の北中山での目撃から2月にかけて相当なペースで報告が続いてるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Izumi Ward, Sendai
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Izumi Ward, Sendai?
Izumi Ward, Sendai has recorded 629 bear incidents in total, with 8 reported in the last 30 days and 2 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 Izumi Ward, Sendai?
The most recent bear sighting in Izumi Ward, 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 Izumi Ward, Sendai?
Recent bear sightings in Izumi Ward, Sendai have been concentrated in Sendai Ogaku (10), Sendai 西中山 (8), Sendai 寺岡 (7). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Izumi Ward, Sendai?
Activity has slowed. 2 incidents in the last 7 days, 8 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Izumi Ward, Sendai?
Izumi Ward, 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.