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Shibuya Goes Hardcore in Its Crackdown on Halloween Fun
Shibuya announced this year that it was banning Halloween celebrations – and they’ve made it clear that they mean business.
October 28, 2023
Shibuya announced this year that it was banning Halloween celebrations – and they’ve made it clear that they mean business.
Looking forward to celebrating Halloween in Shibuya this year? Well, don’t be – the ward’s mayor says you’re not invited.
Is Shibuya’s (in)famous Halloween party dead? A subdued 2020 event due to the pandemic leads some to speculate on its future.
How did Halloween in Japan go from being a holiday for foreigners to an annual event that draws out millions across the country?
How did Shibuya’s Halloween celebrations grow out of control? One commentator says the blame lays squarely with the media.
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