Japan: Kawasaki Halloween parade

Around the world, Halloween is generally for kids. Not true in Japan, where Halloween celebrations have a decidedly adult overtone. There’s no trick-or-treating, but there’s plenty of cosplay and plenty of parties. Halloween celebrations have already caused chaos in Tokyo this year, and the day itself hasn’t even arrived yet.

The most prestigious Halloween event in Japan is the Kawasaki Halloween Parade, featuring around 4,000 costumed revelers. You can’t just throw on any old thing and attend, however. They have standards, and participants must apply at least two months in advance to join the festivities

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