A recent surge in brown bear sightings, showing signs of decreased fear towards humans, has raised alarm in Japan. Environmentalists and wildlife researchers suggest that this unusual behavior may be driven by changes induced by human activities. The time and location of these bear encounters vary but are most common in Japan's northern region. Efforts are underway to understand and manage these changes in brown bear behavior to ensure the safety and coexistence of humans and wildlife.

Instances of bears entering human settlements are a major concern for rural communities in Japan. Wildlife preservation efforts and laws such as the Wildlife Protection and Hunting Law strive to balance the need for wildlife conservation with public safety. Japan's people hold a deep respect for nature, and disrupting this delicate balance is viewed with concern.

In the US, human-bear interactions are also a common issue, particularly in states like California or Alaska. Management mainly revolves around securing food sources and educating the public, while in the EU, different countries have various approaches to the problem, ranging from peaceful coexistence in some Nordic countries to controlled hunting in others.