Regulations of Shibuya and Shinjuku wards during Halloween

Regulations in Shibuya Ward

• Prohibition of Drinking on the Streets: In Shibuya Ward, drinking on the streets is prohibited from 6 PM to 5 AM year-round in specific areas, including around Shibuya Station.
• Request for Self-Restraint in Alcohol Sales: During the Halloween period, convenience stores and shops around Shibuya Station are requested to refrain from selling alcohol.
• Closure of Hachiko Square: To prevent crowd accidents during Halloween, fences are set up to make Hachiko Square one-way, and the Hachiko statue is enclosed by fences, making it inaccessible.
• Call for Visitors to Refrain from Coming: Shibuya Ward is urging people not to visit during the Halloween period to avoid congestion and trouble.

Regulations in Shinjuku Ward

• Prohibition of Drinking on the Streets: In Shinjuku Ward, drinking on the streets is prohibited from 5 PM on October 31st to 5 AM on November 1st in parts of Shinjuku 3-chome and Kabukicho 1-chome.
• Request for Self-Restraint in Alcohol Sales: Shops around the street drinking prohibition areas in Shinjuku are also asked to refrain from selling alcohol.
• Closure of Cinecity Square: Kabukicho Cinecity Square and other areas are closed off to prevent disorderly conduct.

Joint Measures by Both Wards

• Joint Patrols: Shibuya and Shinjuku Wards conduct joint patrols to strengthen vigilance against disruptive behavior.
• Cooperation with Public Transportation: Both wards collaborate with police and public transportation agencies, considering measures such as traffic restrictions and train station gate closures.

These regulations are implemented to prevent congestion and trouble during the Halloween period and to maintain a safe environment. Visitors are expected to adhere to these rules.