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Tashirojima Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Tashirojima, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Tashirojima’s latest black bear report came on March 23, 2026 at Ishinomaki Minaminakasato 3-chome, where 1 black bear was seen, and another sighting was logged the same evening at Haguro cho 2 chome near the Ishinomaki City General Gymnasium. That kind of late day activity is the clearest recent signal from the area.
Most of the activity has been centered around Ishinomaki, especially Minaminakasato, Isecho, Matsunami, Sawada, and Kadonowaki, with a cluster also reported in Onagawa in November 2025 near Shiokaze Nursery School. The busiest month in the record was November 2025 with 7 sightings, followed by September 2025 with 4, and the area has logged 36 black bear sightings overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Tashirojima
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Tashirojima?
Tashirojima has 36 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Tashirojima?
The most recent bear sighting in Tashirojima was on March 23, 2026 in Ishinomaki Minaminakasato 3-chome, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Tashirojima?
Recent bear sightings in Tashirojima have been concentrated in Ishinomaki 沢田 (4), Ishinomaki 門脇町五丁目 (3), Ishinomaki 根岸 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Tashirojima?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Tashirojima?
Tashirojima 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.