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Japan’s robot wolves: a clever fix running short on supply

May 17, 2026

Bears have long been a headache for people living near forests in Japan. One unusual solution has been the “Monster Wolf, ” a solar-powered robot designed to scare off bears with flashing lights and loud sounds. Farmers and villagers have relied on these mechanical wolves for over ten years, but now

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Bears on the Move: A Look at Recent Encounters in Japan

December 12, 2025

In Japan, bears are making headlines, and not in a good way. This year alone, they've killed 13 people and hurt over 200. That's a record! They're even showing up in places like schools and supermarkets, especially in the countryside. But here's a wild story: a hiker's GPS watch gave us a peek into