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Japan's response to Kubiaka beetle invasion
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Latest: Invasive Kubiaka beetle sparks alerts and control project for Japanese cherry trees
In late July 2026, Takasaki City in Gunma Prefecture launched a local reward scheme that paid residents 300 yen of city‑issued currency for each captured Kubiaka beetle, aiming to curb the pest that damages fruit trees.