The most wonderful time of the fear: Rakuten shows out for Halloween 2023

October 30, 2023 3 min read

In the autumn’s embrace, leaves gently take flight and chilling winds whisper their tales in the night. It’s the scariest season, second to none, when Rakuten readies for Halloween fun!

Halloween is here once again, and for Rakuten employees, that means costume contests, Halloween parties and even special festive lunch menus. As in years past, Rakuten’s global offices dressed up in droves in frightening and fantastic costumes and had fun with their fellow teammates.

Check out some of the best, ‘bone-chillingest’ getups from this year’s Halloween 2023 at Rakuten Group.

*Thrills and chills: Rakuten employees enjoyed Halloween festivities in various getups.*

*Employees took their costumes and work very seriously.*

*Feeling Ken-ough surrounded with many Barbies.*

Mario (themed) costumes number one! — *Mario (costumes) number one!*

Global offices creeping’ it real this Halloween

Halloween was not just celebrated in Tokyo – Rakuten employees from all over the world took part in the haunting festivities. It was a global celebration of festive fun, showcasing the diverse spirit of Rakuten across borders.

At Rakuten International, employees competed in the company’s fourth annual Halloween Costume Contest, which saw winners walking away with some ghastly good prizes. Employees also had the chance to enter Rakuten’s global costume contest, resulting in some friendly competition and much creativity among participants.