Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!

Once upon a time, Halloween in Shibuya was legendary.

We're talking tens of thousands of people in wild costumes, getting lit, that rivaled the Mardi Gras in ferocity.

But it got real messy real quick. Trash everywhere, noise all night, and in 2018, four dudes flipped a truck. And I don't mean they pimped that ride; they physically flipped it over.

So now, Shibuya's Halloween is basically over. You can't drink on the street. Konbini can't sell alcohol. Cops are everywhere. Hachiko is fenced off.

Fortunately, Japan has plenty to offer in the way of Halloween festivities!

So let's get into it!

Ultimate Guide to Halloween in Japan

Halloween is a month-long affair that starts towards the end of September. Stores will begin displaying spooky decorations and serving up limited time only Halloween treats! Once upon a time, rumor has it that even the yakuza got involved in Halloween (and not in a gruesome horror movie kind of way)! Read on to learn more!

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Ultimate Guide to Visiting a Haunted House in Japan

If you're looking for something fun to do on a date or celebrate Halloween, we can't not mention Japan's numerous Haunted House experiences! One of the most famous spots is Fuji Kyuu’s haunted hospital which is the longest and scariest haunted attraction in the world! If you’re in the mood for a fright (or looking for an excuse to hold your date’s hand), hit the link and check out our favorite haunted houses!

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Ultimate Guide to Japanese Superstitions

Let me tell you something. If we've got anything in Japan, we've got ghosts and we've got superstitions. And boy, oh boy, do we have a lot of 'em! If a hearse drives by, you better hide your thumbs. Why? Because ghosts will possess you by entering your body through your thumbnails. *shudder* I'm getting the shivers just thinking about it, so I'll leave the rest to you! Read on for more!

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Side note: If you're serious about visiting or living in Japan, check out Japan Switch's affordable online and offline Japanese lessons and make sure you're ready to make the most of your time here!

For more information or other updates and tips on life in Japan, be sure to check out our blog here.

Your Friends,

The Japan Switch Team