Source: BroBible
Summary
Japan has seen a surge in bear attacks, with 13 confirmed fatalities and over 200 injuries in 2026. To combat this, a company called Ohta Seiki has been selling a solar-powered, animatronic “monster wolf” robot designed to scare bears away. The robot, priced at $4,000, has been primarily marketed to farmers but has gained popularity among residents in areas with high bear activity.
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The habit gets a new name.
A $4,000 robot wolf to scare away bears. Because that’s exactly what you need. Japan’s bear problem has led to a surge in sales for the “Monster Wolf” robot. Climate change and dwindling food supplies have driven bears into populated areas, and this robot is the latest solution. It’s a solar-powered, motion-activated robot with red LED eyes and a speaker that blares 50 different noises. Because nothing says “scary” like a robot wolf. The company behind it has received 50 orders this year, matching last year’s total, and has put new customers on a waiting list.
Because who needs actual solutions when you can have a robot wolf?
Author: Evan Null
