Sennan Long Park

For a wholesome, kid-friendly Halloween celebration, bring the whole family to the one-day-only Senshu Halloween Fest at Sennan Long Park, set along the breezy coast of Osaka Bay. The Hyakki Yagyo Parade, inspired by the Japanese myth of the ‘Night Parade of 100 Spirits’, is easily the highlight of this Halloween festival. This fun event is like a cross between a traditional Bon Odori dance and a cosplay runway, where participants in costume strut down a 35-metre stage. The parade also doubles as a costume contest, with exciting prizes up for grabs. A professional photographer will be on-site to capture the fun and photos are available to download afterwards. Participation is free, though online registration is required. Beyond the parade, there’s plenty to enjoy throughout the park. A lively food truck area will serve up local street eats and seasonal specialities, while a craft market will showcase handmade décor, accessories and gifts by local artists. Kids and adults alike can try their hand at classic Japanese festival games like ball scooping and ring toss, or join a pumpkin lantern-making workshop. The little ones can even frolic in the inflatable play zone, which is packed with bouncy castles and more. While you’re there, fully embrace the Halloween spirit with some festive face painting to complete your look.  Live performances will run throughout the day, featuring anime song DJ eLucuro, yo-yo expert Masakazu, and others.