Ohta Seiki is receiving a surge of orders for its ‘MonsterWolf’ robot after a rise in deadly bear attacks across Japan.
The animatronic wolf, created to scare away wild animals, features flashing red eyes, growling sounds and moving parts designed to frighten bears, deer and boars.
According to official data, bears killed 13 people in Japan during 2025-26, while more than 50,000 sightings were reported nationwide.
The animals were spotted near homes, schools, supermarkets and hot spring resorts.
Company president Yuji Ohta said the devices are handmade and cannot currently be produced fast enough. The firm is now developing upgraded versions that can move on wheels and patrol areas automatically.