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Sendai Astronomical Observatory to Aoba Ward, Sendai Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 3.7 km · 45m · 2 stops · 18 sightings · Saved July 15, 2026 · Last updated 17 hours ago
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Incidents in last 30 days
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Safety Summary

This 3.7 km route runs from Sendai Astronomical Observatory to Aoba Ward, Sendai within Miyagi. In the past 30 days, 18 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them. The latest sighting was reported 4 days ago near Sendai Ayashi-chuo 2-chome, Miyagi.

At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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Route Profile

Highlights Along Your Route (1)

1 places within 1 km of your route, passing through Miyagi.

Sendai Astronomical Observatory
Very High Risk

Sendai Astronomical Observatory

Miyagi

3,175 incidents

Sendai Astronomical Observatory
Very High Risk

Sendai Astronomical Observatory

Miyagi

3,175 incidents

Route Timeline

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Sendai Astronomical Observatory, Miyagi
High Risk 3.7 km 45m 18 sightings within 5 km
Sendai Ayashi-chuo 2-chome, Miyagi

A bear about 1 meter long crossed the road and moved toward the Hirose River.

Sendai Ayashi-chuo 2-chome, Miyagi

4 days ago
Sendai Shimo-Ayashi, Miyagi

August 2

Sendai Shimo-Ayashi, Miyagi

Official ·5 days ago
Sendai Imozawa, Miyagi

August 2

Sendai Imozawa, Miyagi

Official ·5 days ago
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Sendai Shimo-Ayashi, Miyagi

July 25

Sendai Shimo-Ayashi, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Sendai Shimo-Ayashi, Miyagi

July 24

Sendai Shimo-Ayashi, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Sendai 南吉成, Miyagi

July 23

Sendai 南吉成, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Sendai, Miyagi

July 23

Sendai, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Sendai, Miyagi

July 21

Sendai, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago

At around 5:00 PM on July 21, a bear was sighted in Imazawa Kushichika, Aoba Ward, Sendai City.

Sendai, Miyagi

News ·2 weeks ago
Sendai, Miyagi

July 20

Sendai, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Sendai Goroku, Miyagi

July 20

Sendai Goroku, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Sendai 南吉成, Miyagi

July 17

Sendai 南吉成, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Sendai, Miyagi

July 16

Sendai, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Sendai Kami-Ayashi, Miyagi

July 14

Sendai Kami-Ayashi, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago
Sendai Kami-Ayashi, Miyagi

A bear was sighted in Kami-Aiko Hashimoto, Aoba Ward, Sendai City on 2026-07-14.

Sendai Kami-Ayashi, Miyagi

News ·3 weeks ago
Sendai Kumagane, Miyagi

July 13

Sendai Kumagane, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago

A bear was sighted in Imozawa Akasaka, Aoba Ward, Sendai City.

Sendai, Miyagi

News ·1 month ago

July 10

Sendai Kami-Ayashi, Miyagi

Official ·1 month ago
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Aoba Ward, Sendai, Miyagi
Total Distance: 3.7 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 13:00 with 3 incidents

Asian black bears on your route

Asian Black Bear

Asian Black Bear

Ursus thibetanus japonicus

Range
Honshu, Shikoku
Size
80–120 kg
Active
Dawn & dusk

Sharing space safely

  • ·Make noise as you walk; carry bear spray
  • ·If charged, stand firm and use the spray
  • ·If contact happens, resist firmly. They retreat when met with resistance
  • ·Don't climb. They climb better than you

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Emergency Contacts

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Police
119
Fire/Ambulance

For mountain rescue, call 110 (police). They will coordinate with local rescue teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Route

How many bear sightings are on this route?

In the past 30 days, 18 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them.

When and where was the most recent bear sighting near this route?

The latest sighting was reported 4 days ago near Sendai Ayashi-chuo 2-chome, Miyagi.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 13:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 3.7 km route runs from Sendai Astronomical Observatory to Aoba Ward, Sendai within Miyagi. In the past 30 days, 18 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 3 of them. The latest sighting was reported 4 days ago near Sendai Ayashi-chuo 2-chome, Miyagi. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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