Oct 02 (NHK) - Officials in Tokyo's Shibuya Ward are asking people to visit a virtual version of the scramble crossing and the surrounding streets during the Halloween season.
In recent years, Shibuya has become the prime location for crowds of revelers who gather on the streets to show off their Halloween costumes.
But the coronavirus pandemic has prompted the officials to provide a virtual space recreating streets and buildings in Shibuya for Halloween.
Telecom giant KDDI and the tourism association in Shibuya say they will hold online events for the "Virtual Shibuya" from October 26 through 31. Popular artists and comedians are expected to take part.
People who want to join them are asked to download an app to move within the virtual space and participate in the events by controlling their avatars.
The scramble crossing near Shibuya Station is normally crowded with people during the Halloween celebrations.
Shibuya Ward Mayor Hasebe Ken says this will be an opportunity for everyone to celebrate Halloween while staying at home, and he hopes many people will enjoy the virtual version of Shibuya.
Source: ANNnewsCH
