Sunday 1 October 2023

Tachikawa Yokai Bon Odori Halloween in Japan!? Tachikawa Yokai Bon Odori 2023

Yokai will jack Tachikawa!

Yokai are supernatural beings that evoke awe and wonder, passed down through legend in Japan since ancient times. Tachikawa Yokai Bon Odori 2023 is a unique 3-day event where people dance dressed up as Yokai, held from October 7 at the shopping mall near Tachikawa Station, GREEN SPRINGS.

“The 2-day event ‘Tachikawa Yokai Bon Odori,’ held at GREEN SPRINGS in October 2022, gathered an estimated 25,000 people and enthralled them in a whirlwind of excitement. We are pleased to announce that the event will be held again in 2023. The concept of this event is to dance the traditional Bon Odori while dressed as ‘yokai,’ creatures from Japanese folklore.

The event features live music performances, a spectacular lineup of music concerts, DJ performances, a yokai costume contest, and festival food stalls. Experience a unique Bon Odori event unlike any other for three days.”

Event Highlights

●Artist Live
Get ready for thrilling performances by fantastic artists on the Yagura Stage throughout the three-day event.
※Admission to the Yagura Stage area (paid area) requires a ticket.

●Yokai Bon Odori
Experience the traditional Bon dance at Yokai Bon Odori. Join us for an exciting and spooky dance extravaganza!
※Admission to the Tower Stage Area (paid area) requires a ticket.

●Yokai Contest
Show off your favorite yokai and compete for the judges' attention. Whether you participate, cheer on the contestants, or simply watch, come to the Yagura Stage area and make the contest lively!
※Admission to the Yagura Stage Area (paid area) requires a ticket.

●Yokai Disco
DJ's from Fussa, Hachioji, Kokubunji, and Tachikawa areas will dress up as yokai and showcase their unique DJ stages in a free area.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●At the Yōkai Yatail Village (Festival Stalls)
you can enjoy activities such as shooting games, ring toss, mask shops, miscellaneous goods, as well as workshops like lottery draws and face painting.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●Yokai Food Trucks
Colorful food trucks will offer delicious dishes presented by the yokai, satisfying your post-dancing cravings.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●Kitsune no Yomeiri
A special event featuring a wedding ceremony with a twist, upgraded for this year.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●Yokai Yokocho
Browse high-quality yokai-themed artworks and enjoy professional makeup and photo services.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●Murder Mystery Zone
Immerse yourself in the interactive analog detective game, "Murder Mystery," where you become a character and uncover the truth behind the mystery.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●MIsemonogoya Show
Enjoy a donation-based street performance by "Yokaiya," known for their yokai and ghost-related events.
※Please note that it is a free area.

●Hyakkiyako
Experience the gathering and nighttime parade of yokai.
※Please note that it is a free area.

Tachikawa Yokai Bon Odori 2023

Date : October 7th (Saturday), 8th (Sunday),
and 9th (Monday, public holiday), 2023
Venue : GREEN SPRINGS 2F Plaza
(3-1 Midoricho, Tachikawa City, Tokyo)
You need a ticket to participate. Tickets can be purchased at the venue or you can buy them online using the button Ticket Sales
Venue : GREEN SPRINGS 2nd Floor Plaza
The Yokai Bon Odori will take place at the 2nd-floor plaza of GREEN SPRINGS, a multipurpose facility located in Tachikawa. The plaza features abundant greenery and water, creating a pleasant atmosphere just by walking through it.
GREEN SPRINGS
- Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau
* Alison Roberts-Brown, Tokyo Tourism Representative Office - Australia,   alison@tourismgarden.com.au

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