Rain Fails to Dampen Halloween Celebrations in Tokyo, Vancouver, and Bremerton

Halloween celebrations in 2025 demonstrated strong community spirit and enthusiasm despite rainy weather in various locations, including Metro Vancouver, Portland, Bremerton, and Tokyo. In Metro Vancouver, long-standing neighborhoods like Douglas Park saw significant trick-or-treater turnout, with one house attracting 2,500 visitors, and a movement to promote Canadian candy was noted. Meanwhile, Portland families braved the rain to enjoy Halloween festivities, and Bremerton held its annual Trick-or-Treat Street event, featuring many costumed children and families. In Tokyo, despite heavy rain and police efforts to manage crowds, popular entertainment districts like Shibuya and Shinjuku saw large gatherings of costumed revelers, with many viewing Halloween as a break from daily life pressures. Authorities in Tokyo implemented measures such as covering popular meeting spots and restricting alcohol sales to maintain order, resulting in fewer incidents compared to previous years. The Tokyo celebrations also attracted international visitors and featured culturally significant costumes, highlighting Halloween's evolving global appeal.