Awaji Island’s breathtaking landscapes and delectable cuisine take on a whole new vibe in the Halloween season. From fun festivities to tantalizing treats, and devilish decorations, the west coast comes alive with spooky spirits. Don’t miss Halloween on Awaji Island.
Table of Contents
- Skip the Tricks and Get the Treats at Chef’s Garden by PASONA
- Join you-know-who for a Halloween Party at HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX
- All the cute animals at Nojima Scuola love Halloween, too!
- Halloween Jazz Night with a Breathtaking Ocean View
- An RPG Halloween Adventure on Dragon Quest Island
- Awaji Island is dressed up in Halloween Style
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Skip the Tricks and Get the Treats at Chef’s Garden by PASONA
At Awaji Chef Garden by PASONA, the best gourmet foods from all over Japan converge on the island’s west coast. Now, this foodie wonderland is decked out in Halloween style, so come revel in the feeling of fall. The harvest season brings an abundance of fresh foods, and Chef Garden is the perfect place to relish a smorgasbord of lip-smacking goodness from Japanese, to Western or Chinese cooking and local Awaji Island delicacies. Enjoy it all with a stunning sea view.
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| Name | Awai Chef's Garden by PASONA |
|---|---|
| Address | 57-3, Nojima Okawa, Awaji Shi, Hyogo Ken, 656-1723 |
| Parking | Approx. 140 units (Chef Garden Parking Space & SEIKAIHA Parking Space) 500 yen/day |
| Phone Number | 080-8177-4501 |
| Website | https://www.awaji-chefgarden.com/ |
| Business Hours | 11:00～21:00 (last order 20:00) *Subject to change depending on the season and weather. |
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Join you-know-who for a Halloween Party at HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX
Get ready for a fantastic Hello Kitty Jazz Band lunchtime show this October at HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX. Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and groove to Halloween-inspired tunes at this one-of-a-kind restaurant theater on Awaji Island’s west coast. Live music and dynamic dance performances with Hello Kitty make for the best Halloween party ever.
You might even win a ticket to the December show! Just share a photo on Instagram from the Hello Kitty meet-and-greet event at HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX, use the special hashtag, and follow the official SHOW BOX account for a chance to win. Hello Kitty is waiting to party with you at Halloween.
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| Location | HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX |
|---|---|
| Address | 177-5 Nojimahirabayashi, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1724 |
| Access | 10 minutes by car from Awaji IC and 15 minutes from Hokudan Interchange on Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway. |
| Phone Number | 0799-70-9022 |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Closed | Wednesdays |
| Operating Hours | 11:00-17:00 |
| Show Time | 12:10-13:30(Open at 11:00, Last In at 12:00) |
| Café and Greetings by HELLO KITTY | 14:00-17:00 Greeting at 14:30-/16:00- Café Show and Greetings by HELLO KITTY: 14:30~ / 16:00~ |
| Website | https://awajiresort.com/hellokittyshowbox/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1022838-d17793182-Reviews-Hello_Kitty_Show_Box-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
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All the cute animals at Nojima Scuola love Halloween, too!
On October 29th, 2023, join the “Animal Park Festival” organized by Nojima Zoo at Nojima Scuola for an exciting Halloween on Awaji Island. Spend some quality time with all the friendly, furry friends at Nojima Zoo. They love it when you give them a treat and a pat on the head. Look forward to the following events:
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Guinea pig race
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM: Animal Parade & Photo Shoot
12:00 PM~/3:00 PM~ : Animal Show
12:30 PM~/3:30 PM~: Halloween Pumpkin Giveaway
Nojima Scola Cafe has created a super special Halloween dessert pizza, while Nojima Bakery offers character-themed buns with a spooky twist. Click here to explore Scuola Café’s limited menu and for a fluffy, fun, furry, fantastic island Halloween.
| Name | Nojima Scuola |
|---|---|
| Adress | 843 Nojimahikinoura, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1721 |
| Website | https://www.nojima-scuola.com/ |
| Reservations | 2F Ristorante Scuola https://www.tablecheck.com/en/shops/nojima-scuola/reserve |
| Tel | 0799-82-1820 |
| Operation Hours | 1F Marché /Bakery: Weekdays 10:30~19:00 Sat., Sun., & Public Holidays 10:00~19:00 1F Café Scuola: Weekdays Lunch 11:00~14:00/ café 14:00~18:00 Sat., Sun., & Public Holidays breakfast 10:00~11:00 Lunch 11:00~15:00 Café 15:00~18:00 2F Ristorante Scuola: 11:30~15:30 (in by 14:00) / 18:00~21:30 (in by 19:30) Outdoor Zoo: Weekdays 11:00~16:00 Sat., Sun. & Public Holidays 10:00~16:00 (13:00~14:00 animals in recess) Closed: Wednesdays (Open on Public Holidays) |
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Halloween Jazz Night with a Breathtaking Ocean View
Mark October 21st on your calendar to catch Halloween Jazz Night at the famous island steakhouse, Ocean Terrace. At this special event, Halloween accents bring a new spookiness to jazz classics. The special Jazz Night course includes the meal and music while enjoying the stunning sunset of Awaji Island. Dishes to please your palate, and music to soothe the soul.
| Name | Ocean Terrace |
|---|---|
| Address | 816 Nojimahikinoura, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1721 |
| Tel | 0799-82-1907 |
| Website | https://ocean-terrace-awaji.jp/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1022838-d17354212-Reviews-Ocean_Terrace-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
| Operation Hours | Lunch 11:30~15:00 (L.O.14:00) / Dinner 17:00~21:00 (L.O.20:00) |
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An RPG Halloween Adventure on Dragon Quest Island
Until the end of this month, the Anime theme park Nijigen no Mori presents “Monster’s Halloween Night” at the wildly popular attraction Dragon Quest Island. Stop by after 5:00 PM every day to snap a selfie with illuminated monsters and “glowing face stickers” adorned with scary designs perfect for Halloween at this limited-time event. Journey into a different realm of the Dragon Quest RPG world at night with family and friends.
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| Park Name | NIJIGEN NO MORI |
|---|---|
| Address | 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301 |
| TEL | 0799-64-7061 |
| Website | https://nijigennomori.com/ |
| Reservations | https://ticket.nijigennomori.com/en/ |
| Operation Hours | Everyday10:00-22:00 *Each attraction has a different last reception time and closing time. |
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Awaji Island is dressed up in Halloween Style
Here, there and everywhere, Halloween decorations stir up the spirit of the season on Awaji Island. Watch out for jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, skeletons and haunted castles in this paradise for Halloween fans.
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Awaji Island in October is a celebration of the season, with stunning landscapes, exquisite cuisine, and fun festivities. From gourmet dining at Chef’s Garden by PASONA to the enchanting Hello Kitty Halloween Party at HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX, and the delightful animal encounters at Nojima Scuola, to the thrilling Halloween Jazz Night at Ocean Terrace and the RPG-inspired adventure at Nijigen no Mori Dragon Quest Island, Awaji Island promises a unique Halloween experience for everyone.
