Shibuya Ward, Tokyo has a policy of calling for refraining from visiting for the purpose of Halloween.

The ward mayor says, "I want you to enjoy" Virtual Shibuya "" because an event will be held on the Internet where you can enjoy Halloween in a virtual space that reproduces the city of Shibuya.

Shibuya City Tourism Association and KDDI, a major mobile phone company, announced at a meeting on the 12th that they will hold an event to enjoy Halloween in the virtual space town "Virtual Shibuya" officially recognized by Shibuya City from 16th to 31st of this month.



This means that you can take in a dedicated app, operate your avatar from your smartphone, etc., and participate in events while freely going back and forth in the virtual space of Shibuya such as "Scramble Crossing".



Many young people and foreigners gather around Shibuya Station every year to have troubles, but last year, considering the infection situation of the new corona, we were called on to refrain from visiting and use "Virtual Shibuya".

Ken Hasebe, Mayor of Shibuya Ward, said, "It's a virtual space, but I think it's attractive that many people can get together and get together. I think it's Shibuya's way to convey a new culture."



On top of that, regarding Halloween this year, "Basically, I would like to take measures to call for refraining from visiting, just like last year. The message that the city is a little weak due to the influence of the new coronavirus, so please do not come. It's painful, but I think it can't be helped. I want you to enjoy it in virtual Shibuya. "