Japan has warned Aussies and tourists alike to “stay away” from Shibuya City, Tokyo, on October 27 to 31 amid last year’s Halloween tragedy in South Korea.
Tens of thousands of mostly young people flocked to Itaewon in Seoul to celebrate the day on October 29 when tragedy unfolded.
The city has gone as far as to prohibit drinking in the street near Shibuya Station during October 27 to 31. “However, the damage caused by over-tourism has become serious, resulting in property damage caused by drinking in the street, altercations with local residents, and littering of“In addition, every year during Halloween, the area around Shibuya Station becomes so crowded that it is nearly impossible to move.”
Grace’s friend, Justina Cho, who travelled to South Korea to chase her dream of starting her own fashion label, also died. Picture Supplied 3.JPGincluding increasing the number of security guards and traffic regulations in co-operation with police and railway operators. A woman walks past newly unveiled-lettering on October 25, 2023, that reads ‘October 29 Memorial Alley’ under Korean writing that translates as ‘Alley of Memories and Safety’, in memory of the victims. Picture: Anthony Wallace / AFP
This year, officials in the South Korean capital said they would work with police, emergency services and local officials to ensure “not a single person gets hurt” during Halloween celebrations, Reuters reported.
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