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Zuihōden Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Zuihōden, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
In Zuihōden, the most recent close call came on May 6, 2026, when a person in a car saw a black bear about 1 meter long crossing the road at an intersection in Sendai Izumichuo-minami near Kamiyatagari in Izumi Ward, and another sighting that same night placed a bear at the Sendai North Ring Road in Chomeigaoka-higashi. Those two reports add to the feeling that bears are still moving through the neighborhoods around the city edge after dark.
The busiest places in this area have been Sendai neighborhoods such as Izumi Ward, Taihaku Ward, and Aoba Ward, with recent reports also coming from Iwanuma. Activity was strongest in October with 484 incidents and November with 399, then stayed high in December with 122 before easing to 46 in January, 21 in February, 25 in March, and 48 in April; across this area, black bear sightings have reached 2,653 overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Zuihōden
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Zuihōden?
Zuihōden has recorded 2,653 bear incidents in total, with 55 reported in the last 30 days and 13 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 Zuihōden?
The most recent bear sighting in Zuihōden 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 Zuihōden?
Recent bear sightings in Zuihōden have been concentrated in Sendai Futsukamachi (8), Sendai Goroku (5), Sendai Kami-Ayashi (4). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Zuihōden?
Activity has slowed. 13 incidents in the last 7 days, 55 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Zuihōden?
Zuihōden 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.