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Shiogama Shrine to Matsushima Hiking Route

Hiking · High Risk · 11 km · 2h 10m · 2 stops · 17 sightings · Saved May 28, 2026 · Last updated 3 hours ago
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Safety Summary

This 11 km route runs from Shiogama Shrine to Matsushima within Miyagi. In the past 30 days, 17 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 1 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Matsushima Takagi, 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.

Shiogama Shrine
Very High Risk

Shiogama Shrine

Miyagi

1,806 incidents

Shiogama Shrine
Very High Risk

Shiogama Shrine

Miyagi

1,806 incidents

Route Timeline

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Shiogama Shrine, Miyagi
High Risk 11 km 2h 10m 17 sightings within 5 km
Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi

A bear was sighted in Takagi Baba 2, Matsushima Town, around 17:40 on 2026-06-13.

Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi

News ·2 days ago
Matsushima Nemawari, Miyagi

June 7

Matsushima Nemawari, Miyagi

Official ·1 week ago
Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi

June 5

Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi

Official ·1 week ago
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Around 7:00 PM on 2026-06-05, a bear was sighted in Takagido-den-ichi, Matsushima Town, Miyagi Prefecture.

Matsushima Nemawari, Miyagi

News ·1 week ago
Osato Higashinarita, Miyagi

June 1st

Osato Higashinarita, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago
Osato Higashinarita, Miyagi

May 31

Osato Higashinarita, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago

May 27

Matsushima Nemawari, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago

A bear was sighted in Negaori-Kirita, Matsushima town.

Matsushima Nemawari, Miyagi

News ·2 weeks ago

May 27

Osato Hanyu, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago

May 27

Osato Nakamura, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago

May 26

Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi

Official ·2 weeks ago

May 26

Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago

May 25

Osato Nakamura, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago

May 25

Matsushima Sakurawatashido, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago

May 25

Osato Kawauchi, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago

May 23

Osato Higashinarita, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago

May 21

Matsushima Hatsubara, Miyagi

Official ·3 weeks ago
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Matsushima, Miyagi
Total Distance: 11 km

When Are Bears Most Active?

Peak activity at 15:00 with 5 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

110
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, 17 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 1 of them.

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

The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi.

What time of day are bears most active here?

Recent sightings on this route peak around 15:00. Bears are generally most active at dawn and dusk.

Is this route safe to travel right now?

This 11 km route runs from Shiogama Shrine to Matsushima within Miyagi. In the past 30 days, 17 bear sightings were reported within 5 km of the route. The past 7 days account for 1 of them. The latest sighting was reported 2 days ago near Matsushima Takagi, Miyagi. At this density of recent sightings, consider rescheduling or choosing a different trail until activity quiets.

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