News Black Bear Higashi-Sendai, Miyagino Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Dec 24, 2025, 11:00 PM

Description

Between the night of December 24 and the morning of December 25, multiple bear sightings were reported in the residential area of Higashi-Sendai, Miyagino Ward, Sendai. A bear was seen running west along the river near Haramachi 5-chome, close to the Miyagino Ward Office; no injuries or property damage have been confirmed, and police believe it is the same individual and are preparing capture measures.

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Summary

From the night of December 24 into the morning of December 25, bear sightings increased in the residential area of Higashi-Sendai in Miyagino Ward, prompting concern among residents. The animal was observed running along the river near the Miyagino Ward Office and Haramachi 5-chome; although there have been no injuries or damage, police consider it the same individual and are preparing emergency hunting and cage traps.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM

Address

Coordinates

38.277700, 140.915805

Sources