Japanese-Style Halloween – First Time Ever in Vietnam!
You may be familiar with Western-style Halloween… but how about celebrating Halloween with Japanese Youkai – mystical monsters from Japanese folklore?
This Halloween, Japan Wave Thankyou x AEON MALL Tân Phú Celadon brings you a truly unique journey: only 1 day, but with 2 different time slots to experience!
Venue: 3rd Floor Lobby + AEON HALL (fully air-conditioned)
Date & Time: October 26, 2025, from 9:00 – 22:00, with 2 exciting sessions:
9:00 – 13:00: A sneak peek with partial activities to “taste” the Youkai Halloween atmosphere.
13:00 – 22:00: The full-scale festival takes over AEON MALL with Japanese-style Halloween – workshops, games, shopping, and a spectacular stage.
Free entry for all sessions.
YOUKAI WORKSHOPS
Clay bento crafting – cute yet spooky.
Namagashi – traditional Japanese sweets turned into Youkai shapes.
Tsumami Kanzashi hairpin inspired by the Youko fox spirit.
Diorama creation with the one-eyed umbrella ghost Kasa Obake.
Naruko clappers in a “Youkai cloud” style.
MATSURI GAMES – Festival Fun with a Spooky Twist
Fukuwarai – blindfolded face puzzle.
Daruma Otoshi – intense Daruma block-breaking.
Kamizumo – funny paper sumo wrestling.
Katanuki – sugar candy cutting challenge, Japanese Squid Game style.
YOUKAI TRANSFORMATION EXPERIENCES
Face Painting – transform into a Youkai in seconds, from spooky cool to adorably cute.
Chibi Youkai Drawing – free caricature by artists as your own Youkai version.
Anime/Manga Nail Art – tiny nails, huge otaku vibes.
Drift Store – second-hand Japanese goods and unique fanart.
Japanese Flea Market – handmade crafts, accessories, and authentic items from Japan.
Ball Jointed Doll (BJD) Youkai corner – themed displays, doll goods shopping, and a meet-up for doll enthusiasts.
Youkai Stamp Hunt – collect hidden stamps throughout the event and redeem exclusive gifts.
MAIN STAGE – WHERE YOUKAI COME TO LIFE
Cosplay Contest Cos & Walk – showcase talents and characters brought to life.
Cosplay skits – theatrical Youkai tales on stage.
Youkai Cover Dance Stage – high-energy performances.
Japan Random Dance – anyone can join the dance floor with Japanese tracks.
Hide & Seek Challenges – use your senses to spot hidden Youkai in visuals and sounds.
Horror Game on LED Screen – thrilling Japanese-style horror game experiences.
This is not just another Japanese festival – it’s the one and only Youkai Halloween: spooky, cute, and crazy fun!
Only at Japan Wave Thankyou x AEON MALL Tân Phú Celadon on October 26, 2025 – one day only!