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corn husk

When it comes to Halloween, pumpkin jack-o’-lanterns are famous, but in fact, in some parts of the United States, corn husks are also used as Halloween decorations. In particular, the outer husk of corn, known as “corn husk,” is often crafted into wreaths, dolls, and ornaments, and is popular as a decoration for autumn harvest events and Halloween.

darkness

The color black in Halloween symbolizes darkness and the night. Since ancient times, Halloween has been a festival that coincides with the autumn harvest and was believed to be a time when the souls of the dead and evil spirits would appear. The night carries a mysterious and slightly scary image, and black is said to be a color that evokes darkness, death, witches, and other mysterious powers.

Happy Halloween

On Halloween, kids in costumes come around to get candy. Have you ever found yourself at a loss for words when they say, “Trick or treat!”? There are many ways to respond, but the most common is “Happy Halloween.” Saying “Here you are” as you hand it over is even better!

A phrase used when surprising someone.

“BOO,” which you often see at Halloween, is an English exclamation used to startle someone. It corresponds to Japanese expressions like “Baa!” or “Wah!” It’s commonly used when a ghost or spirit pops out playfully as if to say, “Did I scare you?” and is cherished as a classic Halloween phrase.

candle

The jack-o’-lantern, a classic Halloween decoration, is an ornament made by hollowing out a pumpkin and placing a candle inside to light it. It not only serves to illuminate dark places, but also carries the meaning of warding off evil spirits and expresses the wish to protect families and children.