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Takata Matsubara Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Takata Matsubara, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Takata Matsubara was still seeing fresh black bear activity on April 29, 2026, when a single adult bear about 1 meter long was reported in Ichinoseki. Nearby coastal communities have stayed on alert too, with recent sightings in Ofunato Ikawacho on April 9, 2026, and several winter reports around Kesennuma.
Most of the activity has been concentrated in Kesennuma, with repeated reports in places such as Uranohama, Karakuwa Town Yui, Ishihama, Shintamachi, Matsukawa, Akaiwa Makisawa, and Higashinakasai. The pace peaked in November 2025 with 22 incidents and stayed busy in December 2025 with 13, before easing to 3 in January 2026 and 1 in February 2026; this area has logged 84 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Takata Matsubara
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Takata Matsubara?
Takata Matsubara has recorded 84 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 Takata Matsubara?
The most recent bear sighting in Takata Matsubara was on April 29, 2026 in Ichinoseki, Iwate, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Takata Matsubara?
Recent bear sightings in Takata Matsubara have been concentrated in Kesennuma 茗荷沢 (4), Kesennuma 唐桑町明戸 (4), Kesennuma 二ノ浜 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Takata Matsubara?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 1 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Takata Matsubara?
Takata Matsubara 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.