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Japan's Bear Attack Surge Boosts Demand for Monster Wolf Robots

12/11/2025

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The Monster Wolf robotic deterrent, developed by Ohta Seiki in Hokkaido and launched in 2016, has gained traction as bear attacks rise in Japan.
Upgrades include glowing red eyes and a sound system emitting more than 50 randomized noises, including human voices.
About 330 units are deployed nationwide as demand grows.
The surge in bear incidents reflects mounting urgency to address the wildlife threat.

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Story summary

The Monster Wolf robotic deterrent, developed by Ohta Seiki in Hokkaido and launched in 2016, has gained traction as bear attacks rise in Japan.
Upgrades include glowing red eyes and a sound system emitting more than 50 randomized noises, including human voices.
About 330 units are deployed nationwide as demand grows.
The surge in bear incidents reflects mounting urgency to address the wildlife threat.