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Sendai Tōshō-gū Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Sendai Tōshō-gū, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Sendai Tōshō-gū is seeing the same pressure that has been rippling through Sendai’s hills and neighborhoods. On May 6, 2026 at about 22:00, a black bear about 1 meter long was seen crossing the road at an intersection in Kamiyatagari, Izumi Ward, near a shopping mall and the Sendai Kita Kanjosen, with another bear report from the same area that night.
The most active areas in these recent reports have been Izumi Ward, Taihaku Ward, and Aoba Ward, with sightings around roads, intersections, and green spaces. Activity has been heaviest in October 2025 with 494 reports and November 2025 with 381, then it stayed active into December 2025 with 123 and April 2026 with 48; across the record, Sendai Tōshō-gū is tied to 2,766 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sendai Tōshō-gū
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sendai Tōshō-gū?
Sendai Tōshō-gū has recorded 2,766 bear incidents in total, with 52 reported in the last 30 days and 10 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 Tōshō-gū?
The most recent bear sighting in Sendai Tōshō-gū was on May 6, 2026 in Sendai Izumichuo-minami, Miyagi, where 2 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sendai Tōshō-gū?
Recent bear sightings in Sendai Tōshō-gū have been concentrated in Sendai Futsukamachi (8), Sendai Goroku (4), Sendai Kami-Ayashi (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sendai Tōshō-gū?
Activity has slowed. 10 incidents in the last 7 days, 52 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sendai Tōshō-gū?
Sendai Tōshō-gū 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.