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Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park
On May 18, 2026, a black bear was seen near a large supermarket in Tomiya, and earlier that same morning another bear about 1.5 meters long was spotted on a slope near the Costco warehouse in Takayashiki, Tomiya, where police said 3 bears were involved in the wider series of reports. That is the sharpest recent signal in this area, with bear activity turning up again around homes, roads, and commercial edges in Tomiya.
The busiest ground is in the Sendai and Tomiya corridors, with recent reports also coming from Taiwa, Aoba Ward, Izumi Ward, and Miyagino Ward. Activity has been strongest in October 2025 with 485 incidents and November 2025 with 411, then it stayed elevated into December 2025 with 122 and picked up again in April 2026 with 48. Across this area, the park and surrounding region have recorded 2,715 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park?
Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park has recorded 2,715 bear incidents in total, with 68 reported in the last 30 days and 17 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 Yagiyama Zoological Park?
The most recent bear sighting in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park was on May 17, 2026 in Tomiya 杜乃橋, Miyagi, where 3 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park?
Recent bear sightings in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park have been concentrated in Sendai Futsukamachi (9), Sendai Masue (4), Sendai 寺岡 (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park?
Activity has slowed. 17 incidents in the last 7 days, 68 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park?
Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park 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.