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Japan Deploys Forces Amid Surge in Deadly Bear Attacks

11/7/2025

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Japan Self-Defense Forces deployed personnel to Akita prefecture to help manage bear attacks that have caused 12 fatalities and over 100 injuries since April.
The Self-Defense Forces will not cull bears but will trap and transport carcasses.
Local officials report a sixfold rise in bear sightings, prompting residents to avoid forests.
The government has relaxed gun regulations for hunters and plans to recruit more licensed hunters.

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Japan Self-Defense Forces deployed personnel to Akita prefecture to help manage bear attacks that have caused 12 fatalities and over 100 injuries since April.
The Self-Defense Forces will not cull bears but will trap and transport carcasses.
Local officials report a sixfold rise in bear sightings, prompting residents to avoid forests.
The government has relaxed gun regulations for hunters and plans to recruit more licensed hunters.