Published: Nov 19, 2025, 12:53 IST | Updated: Nov 19, 2025, 12:53 IST
Japan is facing an unprecedented increase in bear attacks with 196 incidents and 8 fatalities recorded in 2025. This surge has prompted the government to declare a figurative "war on bears," implementing new policies including allowing police to assist in hunting and using high-tech solutions like drones to deter bears.