Christopher House

It's time to get spooky, folks. From costume shops to parties, we've got you covered for Halloween night and beyond. Whether you're the adventurous type itching to get out and explore or a homebody looking for goose pimples from the comfort of home, read on for not only some of Tokyo's haunted locations, but a few popular Japanese urban legends as well.Given that Tokyo is a bustling metropolis, the spookiness of several of these allegedly haunted spots is fairly low, meaning even the most skittish of scaredycats has little to fear. But if you prefer to avoid them anyway, no judgment here – feel free to stay in and read up on some urban legends instead. Happy haunting!RECOMMENDED: Check out these creepy day trips from Tokyo

Ah, Tokyo. Practically perfect in every way. The city consistently ranks as one of the best in the world, but let's face it: no place is flawless, and it would be irresponsible to pretend that this marvellous metropolis isn't without its faults.The next time you're strolling through one of Tokyo's many parks or gardens, try taking a closer look. Depending on where you are, you may notice people who have fallen through the cracks of society, struggling for basics like food.Enter Grama Seva Japan, the Tokyo-based group that's feeding the city's unhoused. Read on to learn more about the team's incredible work and how you can get involved.Disclaimer: The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official editorial position of Time Out.RECOMMENDED: Meet the drag queens saving the planet, one show at a time

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc premiered September 19, racking up nearly three billion yen (USD $20 million) in box office receipts in its first 10 days. The film follows the story of teenage devil hunter Denji and his encounter with a mysterious girl named Reze; it serves as a continuation of the Chainsaw Man anime series based on the manga of the same name, which has sold over 100 million copies globally to date.Such a massively popular franchise demands performers equally as influential for its film soundtrack – enter Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada, easily two of Japan's biggest pop stars. The unexpected duo team up for the first time to perform the film's ending theme, 'Jane Doe'. Photo: Reissue Records The track was written and composed by Yonezu, who's been a veritable force in the music industry for over a decade and boasts numerous accolades. He recently received even more recognition, as his 2022 track 'Kick Back', the opening theme for the Chainsaw Man series, was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) just last month. It's the first Japanese-language song to earn the certification, so it's no surprise that Yonezu was called back to write for the Chainsaw Man film.Yonezu co-produced 'Jane Doe' with previous collaborator Yaffle and tagged the one and only Hikaru Utada as co-vocalist. As one of the most successful music artists in Japan, whose 1999 album First Love remains the best-selling album in Japanese music history to th

We all know that big cities like Tokyo and Osaka are great places to be, but let's face it: Japan is home to plenty of smaller locations that we're sometimes guilty of overlooking. One such place is Hamamatsu.This seaside city lies right in between Tokyo and Osaka, making it the perfect stop along the way to either location. With its many historical sites and its status as a leader in Japanese manufacturing, Hamamatsu offers an exciting mix of tradition and modernity for visitors to experience.Word to the wise: getting around won't be quite as convenient as in Tokyo. Taxis will be your best bet for most places, so we recommend having a taxi app or two in your arsenal while you're there. That said, read on for some of our favourite things to do in Hamamatsu.RECOMMENDED: 15 best day trips for a weekend getaway from Tokyo

If you’ve tried amazake, chances are it was from a paper cup at a winter festival; a warming, comforting and nutritious beverage to keep you going in chilly weather. But this sweet white non-alcoholic drink made from fermented rice is traditionally a summer beverage.Nicknamed ‘drinkable IV’ (as in ‘intravenous drip’), amazake is heralded as a remedy for natsubate (summer heat fatigue), and it’s believed to offer a myriad of health benefits – some even claim it helps with hangovers. Unsurprisingly, given its superfood billing, amazake is now widely available all year round.Read on to learn more about the nutritious beverage, plus how to make it and where to buy it. This article was originally published on July 22 2019, and updated on August 6 2025. RECOMMENDED: 30 best kakigori in Tokyo for a delicious cool down

What Tokyoite doesn’t like to flaunt a little city trivia to impress a visiting friend or family member? But if you really want to appear like a local expert, not just any old fact will do – you need the really important stuff, like how many bars are there in Golden Gai? How did Sangenjaya become so damn hip? Why can’t Tokyo seem to beat Osaka in the highly competitive discipline of mass Bon Odori dancing? We’ve got these and plenty more essential (and essentially useless) Tokyo facts for you right here. Tokyo world records As you might imagine for a city this size, Tokyo holds a worthy amount of world records, some of them more unusual than others. Here are our favourites. 1. World’s most visited one-group museum Ever since digital art impresarios teamLab debuted their dazzling interactive creations around a decade ago, experiencing them has become something of a must for visitors to Tokyo (and plenty of locals, too). The capital boasts two immersive teamLab spaces: Planets and Borderless. Planets, the longer-running of the two, was in 2023 officially recognised by Guinness World Records as the most visited museum in the world exhibiting works by a single art collective. That’s before it expanded with new installations, no less. 2. Most LGBTQ+ venues in a single neighbourhood Shinjuku Nichome is the heart of Tokyo’s LGBTQ+ scene, boasting an estimated 300 queer bars and clubs in just a five-block area – the highest concentration of LGBTQ+ venues in the world. Hit up the righ

This article is part of a two-part series. To learn about a biwa master and her music lessons, see here.Traditional Japanese instruments, also known as wagakki, are an intrinsic part of Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Whether it’s the vibrant, percussive beat of the taiko or the lilting, airy melodies of the shakuhachi, each instrument has enchanted audiences for centuries, and continues to do so to this day.To get better acquainted with just a few wagakki, we sat down with Toshinobu Shishido, who goes by the artist name Kouzan Oyama, a master of the shamisen, koto and sanshin. Read on to learn more about his life, and if you fancy, book a lesson with him to try your hand at one (or all) of these three instruments.

This article is part of a two-part series. To learn about a shamisen, koto and sanshin master and his music lessons, see here.The biwa is one of Japan's many wagakki (traditional musical instruments). A relative of the Chinese pipa, the pear-shaped instrument is often used as an accompaniment for songs about historical tales and epic narratives, which are sung by biwa players like our interviewee, Nobuko Kawashima.Ever since her youth, Nobuko has been the performing arts type, but music wasn't always her passion. The Nakano-born musician worked in theatre and ballet before ultimately making the switch to studying the biwa. Now she's been playing for over 25 years and teaching for over a decade. Read on to learn more about this music master and find out how you can book her class.

Surviving your first Tokyo summer is practically a rite of passage. With temperatures that can reach well into the thirties and humidity levels high enough to have you practically wringing out your shirt, it doesn't hurt to have a few items in your arsenal to help you push through the city's most brutal time of year.While you're on the hunt for sunscreens and things to help you stay cool, keep your eyes peeled for these additional summer essentials, all of which you can find at your local chemist or convenience store.RECOMMENDED: 12 best public swimming pools in Tokyo – from ¥200 per entry

Ah, go-go boys. What’s not to love? These professional dancers elevate the energy of any event where they perform, LGBTQ+-related or otherwise. From freestyle dancing and choreographed routines to the infamous ‘towel show’ – dancing completely in the buff holding nothing but a small towel to cover their bits – go-go boys (almost) bare it all for our entertainment.But who are these Adonises when they aren’t shaking their stuff on stage? Get to know these scientists, mathematicians, dog lovers and mama’s boys as we profile some of the city's best performers. Follow them on social media for more info on where to find their upcoming shows, and remember to bring a tip to show your appreciation. 

Summer is here, which means Tokyo's many great (and cheap) public pools are now open. Admission is usually around ¥600 or less, the atmosphere is laidback and everyone's welcome, from old-timers to families with small children. While some public pools can only be used by the residents of that particular ward or city, our picks are all open to the general public, so there's no stopping you from swimming into shape this summer. Unfortunately, tattoos are prohibited at all pools – however, here are some hacks to help you cover up your tattoos. RECOMMENDED: outdoor adventure parks near Tokyo 

Across the street from the Mega Don Quijote near Shibuya Crossing, you’ll find the ‘Amusement Vending Machine Park’ produced by Don Quijote. From instant ramen to Hello Kitty popcorn, this little alcove’s quirky vending machines let you enjoy various bits of Japanese culture all in one location, and then some.The spot is open 24 hours, so feel free to stop by even on those late-night Shibuya adventures. As an added bonus, there’s a sitting area for you to enjoy your purchase right there in the space.Here are a few of the machines that caught our eye.

Wanna be the very best? Now's your chance. Earlier this year we announced the 2026 arrival of PokéPark Kanto, Tokyo's first permanent outdoor Pokémon theme park. The park opens Thursday February 5 2026, and a ticket lottery for entry is now underway. Act fast – if sales go anything like the Pokémon Center's latest line of Eevee merch, tickets may dwindle very quickly. Photo: ©Pokémon. ©Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc. To recap, PokéPark Kanto takes up a sprawling 26,000sqm of the amusement park Yomiuriland in Inagi, which is located only about half an hour from the city centre. The attraction is split into two main areas: the Pokémon Forest and Sedge Town. The forest is an explorable area home to over 600 Pokémon, while Sedge Town is where you can eat, shop, catch stage performances and more. Photo: ©Pokémon. ©Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc. Tickets currently come in two types: the Trainer's Pass and the Ace Trainer's Pass. Here's the breakdown: Trainer's Pass: entry to Sedge Town; time-slotted single entry to the Pokémon Forest; seating for a Sedge Gym Show; from ¥7,900 for ages 13 and up, from ¥4,700 for younger children Ace Trainer's Pass: entry to Sedge Town; unlimited access to the Pokémon Forest; special reserved seating for one Sedge Gym Show; use of priority lanes for attractions; photo ops with Pikachu and Eevee; exclusive merch; from ¥14,000 for ages 13 and up, from ¥11,000 for younger children A third type, called the Town Pass, is schedule

Gogo boys and drag shows may be synonymous with the LGBTQ+ scene in the minds of most, but that’s not all there is to the queer experience. Beyond the glitz and glamour, there’s still much work to be done to fight discrimination and inequality, particularly against transgender people.Transgender Awareness Week takes place from November 13 to November 19, culminating in Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20. It’s a time not only to acknowledge and celebrate trans people, but also to raise awareness around issues affecting transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary individuals around the world.This year marks the fifth Tokyo Trans March, taking place Saturday November 22 at 1pm at Tsunohazu Bridge near Shinjuku Central Park. For more insight on the event, we spoke with Tomato Hatakeno, co-founder of Tokyo Trans March and representative for the organisation Transgender Japan.Read on to hear her thoughts on fighting for trans rights, her hopes for the future and her message to the trans community. Photo: Transgender Japan What inspired you to begin Tokyo Trans March? Around 2018, when Ochanomizu University announced that it would admit trans women as students, anti-trans sentiment that had long stayed under the surface suddenly erupted on social media.In 2021, amid that growing hostility, [co-founder] Tomoya Asanuma strongly insisted that this was exactly why we needed a march, which became the starting point of what is now the Tokyo Trans March. At our very firs

With its many Pokémon-themed manhole covers, upcoming theme park and more, Japan is undeniably Poké-paradise. As of today, Pokémon fans now have another bit of pocket monster goodness to add to the roster: Eevee- and Eeveelution-themed merch, and lots of it.The Pokémon Center has just launched its 'Eevee Collection', a merch line starring Eevee and its eight other forms decorating over a dozen different products from plushies and pillows to keyrings and cardigans.Read on to see just a few of the items available. (All images are for reference only.) Photo: The Pokémon Company Snag your favourite variant of the cuddly brown critter with these adorable plushies. ¥2,420 each Photo: The Pokémon Company For even more cuddles, spruce up your abode with a cosy scatter cushion. ¥4,950 Photo: The Pokémon Company This comfy jumper with Eevee and all its forms decorating the back is great for the cooler months. ¥7,150 Photo: The Pokémon Company Pair your new jumper with a cute handbag that lets you carry your favourite Eeveelution with you wherever you go. ¥3,300 Photo: The Pokémon Company Need a new keyring? The collection's got you covered. ¥1,540 each Photo: The Pokémon Company The catalogue even features langue de chat biscuits. If you're planning to wash them down with a nice cuppa, get yourself a themed mug while you're at it. ¥2,200 per box, ¥2,640 per mug Photo: The Pokémon Company The Eevee Collection is now available online, and it hits Pokémon Center shelves all

今シーズン、アニメーションのビジュアルブックが注目を集めている。2025年11月26日（水）には、押井守の監督作品『天使のたまご』のビジュアルブックが発売予定だ。 その流れを受け、もう一つの名作も続く。12月には、スタジオジブリの1992年公開作品『紅の豚』のビジュアルブックが登場。監督の宮﨑駿による手描きスケッチや絵コンテ、イラストが豊富に収められている。 Photo: Iwanami Shoten Co, Ltd, Hayao Miyazaki このビジュアルブックは、「宮﨑駿イメージボード全集」のシリーズの一冊でもある。今回の、豚のパイロットを主人公にした第5巻には、全85点のビジュアルを収録。そのうち15点が未公開作品という、ファンにはたまらない内容だ。 Photo: Iwanami Shoten Co, Ltd, Hayao Miyazaki 本書には、プロデューサー・鈴木敏夫へのインタビューも掲載されており、宮﨑が制作時にどんな哲学や思考を抱いていたのかが明かされる。さらに、『魔女の宅急便』のイラストが3点収められているといううれしいおまけつき。どうやら、空を飛ぶキャラクターは一人では足りなかったようだ。 Photo: Iwanami Shoten Co, Ltd, Hayao Miyazaki ビジュアルブックは現在、4,950円（税込み）で予約受付中。公式発売は12月4日（木）を予定しているので、気になる人は今のうちにチェックしてほしい。 ちなみに、イメージボード全集の第6巻には1995年公開の『耳をすませば』が予定されており、発売は2026年6月を見込んでいる。今後の続報も心待ちにしたい。 関連記事 『古物とアートが並列する新奇なマーケット「代官山 NEWOLD market」が開催』 『11月に行くべき国際フェスティバル4選』 『東京、11月から12月に行くべきアート展』 『この冬行きたい注目の自然・科学展6選』 『東京、イルミネーション2025』 東京の最新情報をタイムアウト東京のメールマガジンでチェックしよう。登録はこちら  

El parque temático de Pokémon del año que viene en Japón no es el único regalo pokemónico de principios de 2026. El videojuego Pokémon Pokopia para Nintendo Switch 2 llegará la próxima primavera, y el nuevo tráiler extendido del juego revela una sorpresa: una nueva variante de Pikachu. Os presentamos a Peakychu, la primera variante nueva de la mascota desde el Pichu de la Generación II de 1999. Foto: The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Pokopia Peakychu tiene los ojos ligeramente más grandes que Pikachu, con orejas caídas y un pelaje blanquecino. Su nombre proviene de peaky, que significa pálido por enfermedad o cansancio (en japonés se llama Usuchu, un nombre que proviene de usu, que significa pálido o de color claro). Enfermo o no, nos atreveríamos a decir que esta variante tiene un aire… ¿espectral? Aún no se ha confirmado si Peakychu es de tipo fantasma, pero es divertido especular. Foto: The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Pokopia Esta criaturita pálida no es la única variante nueva que llega. El tráiler también muestra a Mosslax, una especie de Snorlax cubierto de musgo con una flor en la cabeza, y a Smearguru, una forma de Smeargle con una cola multicolor y manchas de colores por el cuerpo. Foto: The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Pokopia ¿Cómo será el juego? En cuanto al juego, Pokémon Pokopia es un spin-off en la línea de Animal Crossing o Minecraft, en el que juegas como un Ditto en forma humana en medio de una tierra desolada. Con la guía del Profesor Tangrowth, restauras distint

Next year's Pokémon theme park isn't the only early-2026 Poké-treat. Pokémon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 is coming out next spring, and the game's newly released extended trailer reveals a shocker: a new Pikachu variant. Meet Peakychu, the mascot's first new variant since Gen II's Pichu back in 1999. Image: The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Pokopia Peakychu has slightly larger eyes than Pikachu, with droopy ears and a whitish coat of fur. Its name comes from 'peaky', naturally, meaning pale from illness or fatigue. (Its Japanese name is Usuchu, with usu meaning pale or light-coloured.)Sickly or not, dare we say this variant looks a bit… ghostly? It's currently unconfirmed if Peakychu is a Ghost-type, but it's fun to speculate. Image: The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Pokopia The pasty pocket pal isn't the only new variant in town. The trailer also reveals Mosslax, a kind of Snorlax covered in moss with a flower on its head, plus Smearguru, a form of Smeargle with a multi-coloured tail and colourful splotches on its body. Image: The Pokémon Company, Pokémon Pokopia As for the game itself, Pokémon Pokopia is a spin-off game in the vein of Animal Crossing or Minecraft, in which you play as a Ditto in human form in the middle of a desolate land. With the guidance of Professor Tangrowth, you restore the area's various habitats to attract and befriend Pokémon.View the extended trailer below, but if you're as impatient as we are, skip ahead to 9:30 to see the pallid Peakychu and o

Anime art books are having a bit of a moment this season. The Angel's Egg art book is scheduled for release later this month, and now another animated classic is following suit. An art book of Studio Ghibli's 1992 film Porco Rosso is scheduled for release in December; the book contains hand-drawn sketches, storyboards and illustrations by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki. Photo: Iwanami Shoten Co, Ltd, Hayao Miyazaki The art book is part of a series loosely translated as The Complete Collection of Hayao Miyazaki Image Boards. The upcoming version starring everyone's favourite porcine pilot is volume five of the collection and features 85 visuals. Nearly one in every five works is a previously unpublished image, making the book a rare treat for Porco diehards. Photo: Iwanami Shoten Co, Ltd, Hayao Miyazaki The book also contains an interview with the film's producer Toshio Suzuki, where he shares insight on Miyazaki's philosophy and thought process regarding the production of the film. As an added bonus, three illustrations from Kiki's Delivery Service are included in the book as well. Guess one flying character wasn't enough. Photo: Iwanami Shoten Co, Ltd, Hayao Miyazaki The art book is now available for pre-order at ¥4,950 (including tax). Official release is scheduled for December 4 – pre-order your copy here.PS, the sixth edition of the image board collection features Whisper of the Heart (1995), and is scheduled for release June 2026. We'll keep you posted.More from Time

With so much to see and do in Tokyo, it's easy to get caught up in searching for the next big thing. From new theme parks to upcoming music festivals, there's always something new to look forward to – but every now and then it's nice to look back, too. For 13 days only, this exhibition in Shibuya helps you do just that: take a look into the past. Photo: Spae 2025, Commons Archive Collective The exhibition, entitled 'Shibuya Archive Photo Exhibition 2025', showcases photos of the Shibuya area ranging from the early 1900s to the late 2010s. The collection is brought to you by the Commons Archive Collective, an organisation founded in 2021 that puts on exhibitions of its collections, many of which have featured Shibuya in some capacity. Photo: Spae 2025, Commons Archive Collective This particular Shibuya-themed exhibition is in its third year. Last year's nine-day iteration was quite successful, welcoming some odd 6,600 visitors over its short run. While the 2024 exhibition featured 300 photos encompassing a wider area including Harajuku and Daikanyama, this year's selection has been pared down to 170 and focuses on Dogenzaka, Koen-dori, Center-gai and other locations close to Shibuya Station. Photo: Spae 2024, Hiroshi Nakamura The exhibition takes place at 8/Court on the eighth floor of Shibuya Hikarie 11am-7pm on November 18, 11am-8pm on November 19-29 and 11am-6pm on November 30. Entry to the exhibition is free of charge.If you want to take a piece of the past home with

HikaNatsu fans, rejoice. A new website appeared earlier this month announcing that a stage play adaptation of the hit manga and anime series The Summer Hikaru Died (Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu) is happening in Tokyo early next year. The production takes place January 9-18 2026 at Kinokuniya Hall in Shinjuku. Photo: Netflix For the uninitiated, The Summer Hikaru Died tells the story of teenage boy Yoshiki Tsujinaka and his white-haired best bud Hikaru, who goes missing in the woods. After Hikaru's sudden return, Yoshiki comes to realise his friend has died and been replaced with… something. The slice of life slash coming-of-age horror slash BL-but-not-BL title is written and illustrated by manga artist Mokumokuren, and has been in publication since 2021. The series has swiftly gained popularity – there are now over 3.5 million copies in circulation – and has been adapted into a Netflix series.  © モクモクれん / Kadokawa ・舞台「光が死んだ夏」製作委員会Junsei Motojima as Yoshiki As for the play, the production stars Junsei Motojima as Yoshiki. The 20-year-old actor is no stranger to the screen – he's got a TV drama or two under his belt – but this will be his first stage role. He's joined by experienced theatre co-star Hikaru Imamaki playing the titular Hikaru. Additional actors include May Tachibana as Asako, Miki Matsuo as Yuta, Rio Sawada as Yuki, Umi Yamano as Rie and Mitsu Murata as the eccentric Tanaka. © モクモクれん / Kadokawa ・舞台「光が死んだ夏」製作委員会Hikaru Imamaki as Hikaru At the current rate of public

With its many art exhibitions and museums, Tokyo is a fantastic place to experience culture. This weekend is especially artsy, as it welcomes the return of Design Festa, one of Asia's largest art events. The biannual event is on its 62nd iteration, and is estimated to welcome an eye-watering 140,000 attendees – or more – over its two-day run.The event takes place at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan's largest exhibition centre, and boasts a dizzying array of creative expression from visual art fashion to live performances and creative workshops.Read on for more info on what to expect at this massive event, and remember to prep your wallet to support the arts. The layout  Photo: Design Festa Design Festa takes place in four areas: West Hall 1 and South Hall 2 on the first floor, and West Hall 3 and South Hall 4 on the fourth floor. The four areas are jam-packed with thousands of booths – over 6,500 to be more precise – featuring all manner of creative works made by amateurs and professionals alike. Paintings, photographs, clothing, accessories and much more are on display, and nearly everything is available for purchase. Low-light area Photo: Design Festa Some forms of art are better suited for the dark – that's where the low-light area comes in. Head to the fourth floor of West Hall 3 for the dimly lit portion of the exhibition (right around the corner from the food area). Here you can find artsy yet practical products like lamps, candles and other glowy items that are more impressi

The Tokyo area has plenty of super sento and spas for decompressing, but if you're looking to take your relaxation one step further, here's an event to help you unwind. Starting at the end of October, Kenchoji Temple in Kamakura is hosting a unique sound art event meant to soothe the senses.'Zen Night Walk: Kamakura' is an evening affair featuring light shows and neuro music (think binaural beats) playing through the corridors of the temple grounds, all meant to transform the entire place into a single artistic space while evoking a sense of deep relaxation. This year's night walk follows a highly successful 2024 iteration at Kenninji Temple in Kyoto, which welcomed over 30,000 people during its run. Photo: VIE株式会社'Sea of Clouds: Dance of the Wind Dragon' Near the hojo (the abbot's living quarters) you'll find the installation 'Sea of Clouds: Dance of the Wind Dragon', in which a fog machine emulates mist enshrouding the garden, with accompanying lights and sound. Photo: VIE株式会社'Neuro Music Zazen' Next to the hojo lies Ryuoden Hall, which houses the audio-visual experience 'Neuro Music Zazen' (za meaning 'to sit' and zen meaning meditation). Here you can try on an electroencephalogram, a fancy contraption that measures brainwaves, to see yours projected on a screen in real-time as you take in the relaxing music. Photo: VIE株式会社'Akira Wakita: Dragon Rain' Another highlight of the evening is the installation 'Akira Wakita: Dragon Rain', created as an artistic response to t

Weebs and otakus, rejoice. With Halloween just around the corner, there's plenty to check out from theme parks to parties, but this one's for the lovers of all things anime and gaming and such. From Friday October 24 to Sunday 26, the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival (aka 'Ikehalo') returns for its 12th year.Last year's festival welcomed over 161,000 people during its three-day run, and this year is shaping up to be just as big, with stage performances, a parade, photo ops and more cosplayers than you can shake a magic stick at.Whether you want to get dolled up in cosplay or just want to see the action, read on to see what to expect. Friday: Ikehalo Night   Photo: Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival The whole shebang starts off with a smaller nighttime affair called Ikehalo Night, taking place on the fourth floor of Sunshine City from 4.30pm to 10.30pm. The laid-back event is less of a banging Halloween party and more of an opportunity for cosplayers to socialise through a hodge-podge of quirky goings-on from karaoke to an arm-wrestling competition. Photo: Dwango Co, Ltd Socialising aside, Ikehalo Night also offers a great opportunity to set up an evening photo shoot outside, or opt to use the B3 car park from 5.30pm to 9.30pm – basic photo equipment like tripods and reflectors are available for rent.As a heads-up, cosplayers are requested to show up in daily wear and change into their costumes only after they've arrived at the venue. Ikehalo Night is ¥3,480 per tick