Celebrating Halloween in Harajuku with The Kawaii Society

This past weekend saw witches, ghouls, clowns, and maids gather up in all their spooktacular glory for The Kawaii Society’s spooky-themed event, “Halloween in Harajuku.” The Lovecraft NYC was the perfect venue, with its macabre structures, eerie lighting, and coveted central location. Two of our writers, Monica and Ja-Quan, were led into the basement level where the party really was, and it was nerd paradise; except this utopia followed a Halloween-theme (which was just their cup of apple cider).

Ja-Quan One of the most artistic, care free, but turnt up experiences of my life. That’s what Kawaii Society’s Halloween in Harajuku was for me. I’m a noob in the cosplay world, but was welcomed with open arms and was able to witness displays of appreciation and affection at every turn. Everyone was so comfortable in their own skin (or someone else’s skin) that it made me desire more accessible events like this. Sure, you have the big dogs; NY and SD Comic Con where everyone goes all out. There are a few more Conventions around the US that do work, but how often do you get to feel all the love for anime and costumes on a random Sunday? New York is the biggest city out there and I had no clue we was doin it for the culture like this!

Halloween weekend made the perfect excuse to finally bring Kawaii Society to the forefront, while showcasing so much talent, love, and creativity all under one roof. Lovecraft bar, which hosted the event was the perfect mix of unique, science and nerdy….