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Summary: Tokyo trying to increase number of hunters to deal with threats posed by bears NHK

1. Tokyo Metropolitan Government aims to increase the number of licensed hunters due to an influx of Asian black bears in the city, particularly in western Tokyo.
2. As a response to multiple bear sightings and an attack on a man in August, the government has increased the number of hunting license tests from five to six per year.
3. Tokyo plans to hold an event this month with a local hunting association, offering licensed hunters the opportunity to hunt and process deer, hoping to encourage more active participation among current license holders.
Summary
Tokyo Metropolitan Government increases hunting license tests due to Asian black bear influx, particularly in western Tokyo, following bear sightings and attacks. The government plans an event this month with a local hunting association, offering licensed hunters the chance to hunt and process
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ID: cbb59912-be11-42bf-a65e-3c72c8f0301c

Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251002_12/#summary

Date: Oct. 2, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-02

Created: 2025/10/02 21:10

Updated: 2025/12/08 01:27

Last Read: 2025/10/02 22:59