News Black Bear Mamizawa Park (Asahioka-tsutsumi 2-chome, Izumi Ward, Sendai), Miyagi Jan 15, 2026, 04:35 AM

Description

At around 04:35 on January 15, a single bear about 1 meter long was sighted in Mamizawa Park in Asahioka-tsutsumi 2-chome, Izumi Ward, Sendai, and a local resident reported it. No injuries or damage have been confirmed; police patrolled the area but did not find the bear afterward. The park is in a residential area adjacent to Yaotome Junior High School, and authorities have warned residents to be cautious.

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Summary

In the early hours of January 15 a bear about 1 meter long was spotted in Mamizawa Park in a residential area of Sendai's Izumi Ward. Residents reported the sighting and police checked the area but did not find the animal; there have been no injuries or damage. Authorities are urging caution, especially around nearby Yaotome Junior High School.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 04:35 AM

Address

Coordinates

38.305291, 140.888430

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