No tricks: Japan steps up police patrols, tightens alcohol limits for Halloween

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No tricks: Japan steps up police patrols, tightens alcohol limits for Halloween. (2026, October 29). South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3372509/no-tricks-japan-steps-police-patrols-tightens-alcohol-limits-halloween

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Japan is increasing police presence and limiting alcohol consumption for Halloween to prevent public disorder issues like street drinking, littering, and disturbances. The concerns escalated following an incident in 2018 when a small truck was overturned by crowds in Shibuya during Halloween festivities.

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In response to growing concerns over public disorder during Halloween, Japan has increased police patrols and tightened restrictions on alcohol consumption for the holiday. This decision was prompted by incidents such as street drinking, littering, and disturbances. Notably, a crowd overturned a small truck in Shibuya during Halloween celebrations in 2018, highlighting the need for stricter measures to maintain order.

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