General · 8 November 2025
Japan Deploys Army After Surge in Deadly Bear Attacks in Northern Regions
Since April, northern Japan has seen more than 100 bear attacks and at least 12 fatalities, prompting the Self-Defense Forces to intervene. Authorities attribute the surge to factors such as reduced food sources, a shrinking hunter population, and climate shifts. In response to increased bear activity near residential areas, local governments in places like Kazuno have instructed residents to avoid going outside after dark for safety reasons.
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