Sanrio Puroland is readying its tricks and treats for its Halloween festival this year. Titled “PURO HALLOWEEN PARTY ~KAWAII MASQUERADE~” the festival will run from September 13 to October 31.
This will be the park’s first mask-themed festival and each day will be split into two slots: Day and Night. During the daytime, guests are invited to the park’s “Cute Masked Party” string of events. But when night falls, the monsters will come out for the “Beautifully Scary Masquerade Party.”
IT Chapter Two Collaboration
With IT Chapter Two right around the corner―the sequel to one of the biggest horror hits in years―Sanrio Puroland is collaborating with the film. This includes Hello Kitty taking Pennywise’s place in the movie poster.
Hello Kitty’s Red Balloon Mousse Cake – ¥650
In the Character Food Court on the first floor, you’ll be able to order this mousse cake inspired by Pennywise’s red balloons which is cutely topped with Hello Kitty ears. There will also be IT Chapter Two themed photo spots, and when evening sets in, red balloons will decorate the Lady Kitty House. IT might even appear somewhere in places you wouldn’t expect…
Horror Content Made Even Scarier For 2019
Prepare to have your pants scared off with the scream-inducing Ghost Pierrot Masquerade Theater. The hugely popular mission-clear style haunted house returns and is open to everyone ages 10+ years. Can you survive the attack from the ghostly clown? If he sees you, it’s over…
Location: Discovery Theater (Floor 1F)
Time: Approx. 15-minutes
Age Limit: 10-years-old and above
Lady Kitty House Transforms Into Doll House
The Lady Kitty House always has something special planned each year, and this year it’s bringing something new. During the day the house will take on the form of a cute Halloween doll house.
But at night, it will become a horror doll house as the dolls are turned into butterflies as a result of a curse. Look forward to an ambivalent mix of terror and beauty.
The creeps will be made creepier on weekends and holidays one hour before the park closes when the dolls at the Horror Doll House start moving. Dress up in your Halloween attire and enjoy the hair-raising world of Lady Kitty House this year.
Join The Halloween Party Ball Mask Parade
The ball mask parade will take place on the first floor Puro Bridge. The Sanrio cast will be dressed up in ballroom attire with masks and dance elegant dances, pull onlookers into a frightening yet beautiful world.
Kawaii Masquerade Masks: Plastic – ¥800 Each / Paper – ¥400 Each
Join the fun by getting your hands on one of six character masks. Donning one of these may just be the thing you need to protect yourself from any ghosts in the area!
Location: Puro Bridge (Floor 1F)
Participating Cast: Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Kuromi, Wish me mell, Pompompurin
*More details can be found on the official homepage
Halloween Photo Spots
Have your photo taken together with the dressed-up Sanrio cast at the photo spot located in the Rainbow Hall on the third floor. Take your photo as you are or put on a mask and become one with the paintings.
Halloween Food
From Top Left: My Melody & Kuromi’s Masquerade Party Curry ¥1,400 / Cinnamon’s Black Halloween Ramen ¥1,100 / Masked Ball Black Omurice ¥1,300 / Dancing My Melody Corn Soup Pasta ¥1,300 / Hello Kitty’s Masquerade Dress Parfait ¥850 / Cinnamon’s Halloween Rare Cheese Tart ¥600 / Purin’s Masquerade Doughnuts ¥600
“Black & Purple” is the theme for this year’s Halloween menu which is packed with cute character dishes and desserts. 11 items adorn the menu including Kuromi’s Black Night Cocoa which is served in the evening only.
Exclusive Halloween Merchandise
Mascots – ¥1,944 Each
Lots of character merchandise will be sold featuring the cast in their new Halloween costumes this year, from key rings to bags and more.
Dress Up & Get Discount
As part of the Halloween celebrations, if you arrive at the park in full Halloween dress you can get a discount on Passport Tickets. Be sure to go clad in your best outfit to have the most fun!
*All listed prices include tax
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PURO HALLOWEEN PARTY ～KAWAII MASQUERADE～
Running: September 13, 2019 – October 31, 2019
DAY: Weekdays – Until 14:30 / Weekends – Until 15:00
NIGHT: Weekdays – From 14:30 Until Closing / Weekends – From 15:00 Until Closing
*Weekday closing hours during the Halloween period is 6:00pm. Times subject to change.
Event Page: https://www.puroland.jp/2019_halloween/
Halloween Dress-Up Discount
Running: September 13, 2019 – October 31, 2019
Price: 1-Day Ticket – ¥2,500 (Adults & Children) / Night Ticket – ¥1,500
Conditions: Print off a discount ticket from the Puroland homepage (or show on your digital device) and dress in full Halloween-themed attire
*Must be full dress. Those wearing only face paint, only capes and so on will not receive the discount.
*Full conditions can be found on the website below (in Japanese)
Discount: https://www.puroland.jp/halloween-narikiri/
Sanrio Puroland
Address: 1-31 Ochiai, Tama, Tokyo
Official Website: https://www.puroland.jp/
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Get ready for some spooky fun as Tokyo Disney Resort® transforms for the 52-day-long horrifically exciting Disney Halloween from September 10 to October 31. Head to DisneySea to be captivated by the new harbor show Festival of Mystique, or get spooked out of your skin at the Spooky "Boo!" Parade at Disneyland. Today, we will be revealing the spooky looks of both parks.
Tokyo DisneySea Festival of Mystique CostumesWorking with the main theme of a medieval European halloween, inspiration has been taken from the living creatures and waves at the port town Porto Paradiso. Mickey Mouse's costume inspiration comes from the the bones and scaly body of a sea creature. He will also be seen wearing a broach decorated with beautiful jewels. Minnie Mouse's costume resembles that of a medieval princess. You will see her in a fancy hat that bears beautiful pearls. Her costume is covered in scales on the chest and on the back which really suits her. Tokyo Disneyland's Spooky Boo! Parade CostumesDisney friends have joined forces with a group of spooky spirits. You just can't miss out on this rare chance to see your favourite Disney characters disguised as ghosts and skeletons. The strange and unusual atmosphere is sure to send a chilling shiver down your spine. Mickey and Minnie will be completely refreshing their colourful look. Mickey's necktie and Minnie's skirt are very mysterious and particularly intriguing. Please come check them out! Enjoy the beautiful costumes and the fun range of events this Halloween at Tokyo Disney Resort. ©️Disney Information
Disney Halloween
Running: September 10 ー October 31
Tokyo Disney Resort Official Website: https://www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/
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Sanrio Puroland’s All-Night Halloween Party to Feature Guest Performances by Scha Dara Parr, m-flo & chelmico
Sanrio Puroland, Tokyo's theme park home to Hello Kitty and her friends, has teamed up with music company Melody fair to create a very special one-night-only Halloween party called SPOOKY PUMPKIN 2019 〜PURO ALL NIGHT HALLOWEEN PARTY〜 which will take place on October 26.This marks the 6th year of Puroland's all-night event which never fails to sell out every ticket every single time. This year, there will be 4 live stages instead of the usual 3 allowing for even more exciting entertainment. There will be alcohol, performances from some big names in Japanese music, appearances from the Sanrio character cast, special openings of select park attractions and restaurants, and more for a truly unique club night experience you won't find anywhere else. The park will be decorated in all things Halloween, and guests must dress according to the dress code which is titled "Orange or Pumpkin." m-flo
chelmico
There is a huge list of artists are lined up with 40 expected to perform. The first batch have been announced already and includes Scha Dara Parr, m-flo, chelmico, Mom, BILLIE IDLE®, xiangyu, 4s4ki, DJ To-i (from DISH//), 掌幻と昴、LEGEND Of Densetsu a.k.a. Cypress Ueno, OTOTOY FRIDAY, Makita Sports、Poseidon Ishikawa, Shaka bose, JUN INAGAWA, Kubotakai, DJ DEVILMINTKIRYU, DJ yksb, and DJ Hello Kitty. The rest are to be announced at a later date.There will also be a special pre-celebration for Hello Kitty's birthday which is officially on November 1. This fun all-night Halloween festival welcomes everybody include those who have never been to a music festival or club before. Links to where you can buy tickets are listed below. If you buy them from Reco Ticket you'll get the above-pictured exclusive Hello Kitty ticket. Enjoy a Halloween party like no other this year at Sanrio Puroland. ©2019 SANRIO CO., LTD. Information
SPOOKY PUMPKIN 2019 〜PURO ALL NIGHT HALLOWEEN PARTY〜
Date: October 26, 2019
Time: Open 22:00 / Finish 05:00 (subject to change)
Location: Sanrio Puroland (1-31 Ochiai, Tama, Tokyo)
Lineup: Scha Dara Parr, m-flo, chelmico, Mom, BILLIE IDLE®, xiangyu, 4s4ki, DJ To-i (from DISH//), 掌幻と昴、LEGEND Of Densetsu a.k.a. Cypress Ueno, OTOTOY FRIDAY, Makita Sports、Poseidon Ishikawa, Shaka bose, JUN INAGAWA, Kubotakai, DJ DEVILMINTKIRYU, DJ yksb, DJ Hello Kitty … & more TBA
Tickets: Advance ¥5,000 (Tax Included) *Available from August 3 at 10am (JST) / Same-Day ¥6,000 (Tax Included)
Reco Tickets: https://reco-ti.jp/l?dn=73001
Lawson Tickets: https://l-tike.com/spooky-pumpkim2019
e+: https://eplus.jp/spookypumpkin2019/
Ticket Pia: https://w.pia.jp/t/spooky-pumpkin/ (P-Code: 159-441)
Event Page: https://www.puroland.jp/spookypumpkin2019/
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Q-pot. is known for its accessory brand, which features jewellery made to look like sweets and desserts. It is also known for the Q-pot CAFE. which flips that concept, instead making sweets and desserts that look just like real accessories. For Halloween this year, the Q-pot CAFE. has whipped up a spooky menu with the theme "DEVIL NIGHT" featuring appearances of all things Halloween from pumpkins to ghosts.
Devil Obake-chan Plate (w/Drink) - ¥2,060 (Contains milk, eggs and wheat)
This kawaii dessert plate features a ghost made from a chewy vanilla gyūhi mousse filled with berry sauce. It comes with crunchy black bat cookies made with rich black cocoa cream and a pumpkin flavoured jack-o-lantern macaron.Black Cat Plate (w/Drink) - ¥2,060 (Contains milk, eggs and wheat)
Steer clear from black cats this Halloween, except for this one which is a dark Graham cracker made from bitter caramel and chocolate mousse and is filled with almonds and dried cranberries. Flying around the kitty are the same crunchy black bat cookies made with rich black cocoa cream and the pumpkin flavoured jack-o-lantern macaron.Vampire Chocolate Latte - ¥750 / +¥100 as Set (Contains milk and wheat)
Don't fear―you won't turn into a vampire if you take a sip from this chocolate latte topped with latte art of a flying bat. This frothy rich dark chocolate delight includes smashed Oreos.Strawberry Cheese Tea - ¥750 / +¥100 as Set (Contains milk)
The strawberry cheese tea is a unique mix of the cafe's high quality black tea and salty cream cheese. It's smooth to taste and is surprisingly light to drink. Add a fruity strawberry punch to the cheese tea by pouring in the accompanying strawberry sauce.Vampire Afternoon Tea Set For One - ¥2,400 (Contains milk, eggs and wheat)
They even have a gorgeously spooky afternoon tea set.The top plate comes with sponge and cream cheese cake pops coated in chocolate, salty breadsticks, homemade scones made from butter cream and sweet and sour berry sauce, devil heart macaron-topped cupcakes, and pumpkin macarons. The bottom plate features savoury foods including croissants filled with egg, basil and dried tomatoes, as well as olives, mini tomatoes, pickles, and a soup. As well as Halloween food, the cafe also has a line-up of "DEVIL NIGHT" themed accessories for sale. [From Top Left Clockwise] Vampire Bat Piercings (Pair) ¥8,000 / Mini Devil Ghost Sheet Necklace (Set/Special Packaging) ¥21,000 / Vampire Bat Brooch ¥7,000 / Vampire Bar Ring ¥12,000 / Vampire Spider Ring ¥13,000
Black Cat Necklace ¥16,000 / Silk Hat Charm ¥4,500
The black cat jewellery is a new addition to this year's line-up. Enjoy a very cute and special Halloween in Japan this year at Q-pot CAFE. *All listed prices are pre-taxInformation
2019 HALLOWEEN MENU
Running: September 10, 2019 – October 31, 2019
Address: Q-pot CAFE. Omotesando (3-4-8 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
*The Halloween menu price will increase in line with the Japan’s increase in consumption tax from 8% to 10% from October 1, 2019
Reservations: https://www.q-pot.jp/cafe.php
Q-pot. 2019 HALLOWEEN “DEVIL NIGHT” Jewellery
Release Date: September 7, 2019
Available: At Q-pot. (3-4-8 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo) / Q-pot. Pop-Up Shop at IKSPIARI / Q-pot. ONLINE SHOP (from noon)/ Q-pot. INTERNATIONAL ONLINE SHOP
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For this year's Halloween season, The Capitol Hotel Tokyu in Tokyo has announced that it will serve up its Halloween Sweets Selection again this year at the hotel's pastry boutique ORIGAMI located on floor B2F. The confectionery chefs have spun some spooky fun into this collection of 10 cute treats.
Frankenstein - ¥1,760 / Phantom - ¥1,760 / Cyclops - ¥1,760
The Phantom is a popular confection every year at the hotel, but this year he's had two new freaky friends carved out for him: Frankenstein's monster and a Cyclops. These white chocolate monsters are filled with chocolate-covered almonds, macadamia nuts and other hidden delights.Witch Hat - ¥715
Dressed in a milk chocolate mousse is ganache and a rich and bitter crème brûlée made with bitter orange. It also contains a mandarin orange liqueur for deeper flavours. The mix of orange notes is refreshing on the palate.Cross - ¥715
The orange and black Cross is a mousse cake made from pumpkin puree beneath which lies a cinnamon flavoured crème brûlée and coffee flavoured ganache. The bitter coffee elevates the exquisite sweetness of the pumpkin for a delicious combination.Evil Eye - ¥715
Enter at your own risk with the grotesque-looking (but delicious tasting) Evil Eye mousse cake. It's made with fragrant biscuit and caramel as well as blonde chocolate from France and inside is a smooth pear jelly.There are lots of other Halloween treats besides these coming to the hotel too, so if you're in Tokyo this October then be sure to stop by for a Happy Halloween. *All listed prices include tax Information
Halloween Sweets Selection
Running: October 1, 2019 – October 31, 2019
Location: ORIGAMI, The Capitol Hotel Tokyu Floor B2F
Full Sweets Line-Up: https://www.tokyuhotels.co.jp/capitol-h/restaurant/boutique/plan/50306/index.html
The Capitol Hotel Tokyu
Address: 2-10-3 Nagatacho, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo
Official Website: https://www.tokyuhotelsjapan.com/global/capitol-h/
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Goods at a Glance
This marks the second collaboration between Sanrio characters and Chiikawa. Fans will want to grab these limited-edition goods, including fluffy plush toys, a mascot-style brooch set, pouches, tote bags, clear folders, and handy cases perfect for storing small items. These items feature completely original designs. Which one is your favorite? Information
Available at Sanrio stores, Sanrio corners in department stores, etc. (*Products are not carried at all locations.)
Release Date: November 25, 2022
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The Metaverse event that was a smash hit in 2021 will be returning in 2023! Sanrio Virtual Festival 2023 in Sanrio Puroland, one of the world’s largest music festivals blending both the real and virtual worlds, will be held starting January 13, 2023. A lineup of high-profile performers has been announced, including Airi Suzuki, SKY-HI, Yabai T-Shirts Yasan, and Aoi Fuji. Popular Sanrio characters such as Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, and Kuromi will also appear, and visitors will be able to experience the virtual Puroland by utilizing unique avatars and taking part in a number of exciting events. The 2021 event was incredibly popular, and the 2023 version will increase the duration and amount of content available. To do this, Puroland has joined forces with VRChat, a well-known US company and social platform. Artists, VTubers, and Sanrio characters will perform in a massive space on B5 of Virtual Sanrio Puroland, and fans can enjoy live performances while also communicating with other guests!
Highlights of SANRIO Virtual Festival 2023 in Sanrio Puroland
・Inspired by PURO VILLAGE at Sanrio Puroland, VIRTUAL PURO VILLAGE is now available in the Metaverse!・The popular Sanrio Puroland parade will be performed in the virtual space with an original story! ・Starting January 13, 2023, visitors will be able to chat and play in an open space before the concert, and special events–like radio calisthenics–will be held. ・Guests can enjoy mini concerts featuring Sanrio characters every day from January 14 until January 20 (*Fee required.) The event can be accessed via smartphone, PC, or other devices. Guests can have fun creating their own unique avatars and immersing themselves in the Sanrio Puroland atmosphere no matter where they are! Come experience this state-of-the-art Metaverse space while you can. Experience Mini Live Shows Featuring Popular Sanrio Characters Every Day
A daily mini concert will be held daily from January 14 until January 20 with a different Sanrio character appearing each day. The mini-concert ticket allows guests to watch all seven mini-concerts and also includes digital items to use with your avatar, including a fan and a T-shirt.17 Artists Announced (So Far) to Perform During Virtual Music Festival!
Artists like Airi Suzuki, SKY-HI, and Yabai T-Shirts Yasan will take to the LUNA STAGE (*fee required), with virtual artists including Aoi Fuji appearing on the FUTURE STAGE (*fee required.)Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters will also appear at CHILL PARK, each giving a mini live performance. The second artist lineup and performance timetable will be announced in early December. Free areas will be open to the public. More details and ticket information is available on the official website. Information
SANRIO Virtual Festival 2023 in Sanrio Puroland
Running: January 13 – January 22, 2023
Venue: Virtual Sanrio Puroland
Official Site: https://v-fes.sanrio.co.jp
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60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition: The Beginning of Kawaii to Open at Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art in February 2023
The word ‘kawaii’ is now commonly used around the world. Sanrio is largely to thank for this, and the beloved company has announced that the 60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition will open at the Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art from February 11 until April 2, 2023. Advance tickets will include a discount and will be available until November 14 online. “Sanrio celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2020, and the company continues to share Japan’s character culture with fans around the world,” Sanrio said in a comment. “Kawaii is now a universal language, and this is very much thanks to the over 450 characters that are part of Sanrio’s history, from Hello Kitty to My Melody. This exhibition traces the history of Sanrio and guests can enjoy seeing rare materials including merchandise, publications, and early designs from the company’s founding. We want to continue to grow and develop our characters while valuing communication with our fans, ensuring that our adorable characters are loved by generations to come.” The Sanrio exhibition is something that generations of fans can enjoy, so come immerse yourself in this kawaii world! For more details, visit the official website.Information
60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition: The Beginning of Kawaii
Running: February 11 – April 2, 2023
Hours: 9:30 – 17:00 (Last entry at 16:30)
Venue: Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art (17-chome Kita 1 Jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido)
Official Site: https://stv.jp/event/sanrio
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ANNA’S by Landtmann, a cafe located inside +Q Beauty on the 6th floor of Shibuya Scramble Square, has begun selling two Halloween cakes! These spooky sweets will be available until October 31, 2022. Halloween Mont Blanc
Halloween Poison Apple Guests will be able to snag the Halloween Mont Blanc and Halloween Poison Apple cakes, available for ¥580 each including tax. The Mont Blanc is filled with pumpkin custard and Chantilly cream. The Poison Apple is a sweet and sour cake featuring a blend of chocolate mousse covered in red glaze and applesauce with apple pulp. Which of these two adorable cakes would you like to enjoy this autumn? Information
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The #KuromifyTheWorld campaign is already one year old! Created to share the adorable Sanrio character Kuromi with the world, fans will be invited to celebrate this milestone from October 20 until October 31 with special events in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya. Kuromi’s Drink Stand will be open for a limited time in Tokyo and Osaka. Customers will be invited to choose the color of their drink according to their mood, and will also be able to customize it with tags, acrylic stands, and stickers! An original photo spot will also be set up beside each drink stand, and those wanting to attend can enter the lottery to win tickets now.
Sanrio’s first and largest Kuromi ad truck will also be driving through the streets of Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka during the event week. Kuromi will also be teaming up with (G)I-DLE, a popular five-member global idol group from South Korea. Campaigns are planned to appear in Hangzhou, Suzhou, Taiwan, Korea, North America, and Europe. Kuromi ranked in the top three in this year’s Sanrio Character Awards, and her popularity is steadily growing with Gen-Z. Keep an eye out for more Kuromi-inspired events in the future! Information
#KuromifyTheWorld Week
・Kuromi’s Drink Stand:
Running:
Shinjuku, Tokyo: October 20 – October 24, 2022
Shinsaibashi, Osaka: October 29 – October 31, 2022
・#KuromifyTheWorld Ad Truck:
Running:
Tokyo: October 20 – October 24Nagoya: October 26 – October 27
Osaka: October 29 – October 31
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Nagasaki’s Huis Ten Bosch is now offering up some tasty and colorful autumn sweets! Visitors can enjoy the feel of an authentic European Halloween at the Netherlands-inspired theme park for a limited time only. Forest Fantasia Cafe's Sorciere Sweet Potato au Lait
Cafe Deli Plus's Halloween Party Parfait Madame Chocolat's Special Halloween Parfait at the Former Residence of Madame Chocolat Chestnut Witch Hat at Bikken Bikken Akanbe Burger at Bikken Bikken The Exciting Halloween Burger with Colorful Veggies and Pumpkin at dam Jack-o'-lantern Shrimp Cheese Fondue at Gokuu Halloween Lunch and Dessert Buffet at Anchors Lounge Ghostly Forest Carnival Pasta at Pinoccio Halloween Ghost Curry at Tottotto This Halloween menu features a wide variety of seasonal ingredients. Why not enjoy the autumn season to the fullest by having your fill? Information
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Running: September 10 – November 4, 2022
Venue: Huis Ten Bosch
Details: https://www.huistenbosch.co.jp/event/autumn/halloween/gourmet/
Official Site: https://www.huistenbosch.co.jp/