A: Hey there! Guess what's trending in Japan these days?
B: What's up, man? I have no idea. Tell me!
A: More and more people are renting stuff to keep bears away! Isn't that cool?
B: Oh, really? Where can we get those things?
A: There's this outdoor store in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. They've set up a special section for them. They have around 20 types, like bells, whistles, and loud sound-makers!
B: No pepper spray though?
A: That's right, they don't deliver pepper sprays this year. But you can rent them there instead! And since summer, more people have been choosing that option.
B: Renting pepper spray sounds smart. Any idea why it's popular now?
A: Well, not just hikers and outdoor lovers anymore. Forestry workers and elderly folks are also asking for them these days!
B: That's quite a change! Seems like bear encounters have become more frequent.
A: Yeah, looks like October rentals are almost all booked up already! We better get ready if we plan to go outdoors soon.
B: What's up, man? I have no idea. Tell me!
A: More and more people are renting stuff to keep bears away! Isn't that cool?
B: Oh, really? Where can we get those things?
A: There's this outdoor store in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. They've set up a special section for them. They have around 20 types, like bells, whistles, and loud sound-makers!
B: No pepper spray though?
A: That's right, they don't deliver pepper sprays this year. But you can rent them there instead! And since summer, more people have been choosing that option.
B: Renting pepper spray sounds smart. Any idea why it's popular now?
A: Well, not just hikers and outdoor lovers anymore. Forestry workers and elderly folks are also asking for them these days!
B: That's quite a change! Seems like bear encounters have become more frequent.
A: Yeah, looks like October rentals are almost all booked up already! We better get ready if we plan to go outdoors soon.
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Trending in Japan: Renting bear deterrents, particularly in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture. Over 20 types available, including bells, whistles, and sound-makers. No pepper spray delivery this year but rental is offered instead. Increased demand from hikers, forestry workers, and elderly due to
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ID: 9450cd3b-d85c-4913-afc9-7fd241e5317d
Category ID: conversation_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251020_19/#conversation
Date: Oct. 20, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-20
Created: 2025/10/21 05:10
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:48
Last Read: 2025/10/21 07:53