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Mount Funagata Black Bear Incidents
Black Bear sighting and incident data compiled from official government records, news outlets, and community reports.
Latest Bear Activity in Mount Funagata
Mount Funagata had a Black Bear report in Sendai on May 28, 2026. There were 3 incidents in the past 30 days, including 1 in the past 7 days. New reports appeared within the past week. Recent reports include Sendai and Taiwa. The area has 54 recorded incidents in total.
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Mount Funagata Bear Incident Map
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Most of these 51 incidents are clustering in Sendai and Higashine rather than spread across the whole area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Mount Funagata
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Mount Funagata?
Mount Funagata has recorded 54 bear incidents in total, with 3 reported in the last 30 days and 1 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 Mount Funagata?
The most recent bear sighting in Mount Funagata was on May 10, 2026 in Sendai, Miyagi, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Mount Funagata?
Recent bear sightings in Mount Funagata have been concentrated in Sendai (28), Taiwa (7), Higashine 大字関山 (6). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Mount Funagata?
Activity has slowed. 1 incidents in the last 7 days, 3 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Mount Funagata?
Mount Funagata 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.