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Tome Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tome, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tome's latest black bear report came on April 15, 2026 at 17:40 in Nakatacho Asamizu, where a police officer saw a bear about 1 meter long in a fallow field and it moved off in the opposite direction. The most recent cluster has also included Tsuyamacho Yokoyama, Toyosatocho Hote, Tomecho Hinowatari, and Nakatacho Hoe Shindanda, showing that sightings are still reaching several parts of the city.
Across Tome, the busiest stretches have been November 2025 with 15 sightings, August 2025 with 10, and July 2025 with 8, while October 2025 and September 2025 each saw 5. The activity is centered around Tsuyamacho Yokoyama and Nakatacho Asamizu, and Tome has recorded 162 black bear sightings overall.
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11月20日前後に集中的に報告されてるから、この時期に何か食べ物を求めて活動が活発になるのか。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tome
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tome?
Tome has recorded 162 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 Tome?
The most recent bear sighting in Tome was on April 15, 2026 in Tome 中田町浅水, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tome?
Recent bear sightings in Tome have been concentrated in Tome 中田町上沼 (16), Tome 迫町新田 (11), Tome 中田町浅水 (8). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tome?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Tome?
Tome 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.