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Bear Precautions to Take During the Autumn Tradition of Imoni (Taro Stew) Parties; some Venues See Attendance Drop to 40%; Experts Point to New Risks Such as Accustomed Bears

As the season for Imoni-kai (taro stew parties), a quintessential autumn event in Miyagi Prefecture, begins, companies operating the venues are strengthening their bear countermeasures. In 2025, when bear sightings increased dramatically, there were numerous "bear cancellations," and some venues saw attendance drop to 40% of the usual level. This year, beech nuts are abundant, and experts predict a significant decrease in sightings, but new risk…
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As the season for Imoni-kai (taro stew parties), a quintessential autumn event in Miyagi Prefecture, begins, companies operating the venues are strengthening their bear countermeasures. In 2025, when bear sightings increased dramatically, there were numerous "bear cancellations," and some venues saw attendance drop to 40% of the usual level. This year, beech nuts are abundant, and experts predict a significant decrease in sightings, but new risk…

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FNN.jpプライムオンライン broke the news on Monday, October 12, 2026.
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