Halloweenis famous for bringing out everyone’s flamboyant side, but it can also have a surprisingly dull twist—or at least, it can be portrayed that way. In fact, inJapan, a celebration known asthe “Jimi” Halloween festival isdedicated entirely to capturing the everyday, mundane aspects of life.The Jimi festival, which in Japanese translates to “plain” or “unpretentious,” involves dressing up in the most mundane and relatable costumes imaginable that require lots of explanation.Bored Pandatakes a look at 18 costumes that capture everyday situations that we wish we’d thought of.This post may includeaffiliate links.

Halloweenis famous for bringing out everyone’s flamboyant side, but it can also have a surprisingly dull twist—or at least, it can be portrayed that way. In fact, inJapan, a celebration known asthe “Jimi” Halloween festival isdedicated entirely to capturing the everyday, mundane aspects of life.

The Jimi festival, which in Japanese translates to “plain” or “unpretentious,” involves dressing up in the most mundane and relatable costumes imaginable that require lots of explanation.

Bored Pandatakes a look at 18 costumes that capture everyday situations that we wish we’d thought of.

This post may includeaffiliate links.

The one situation that’s just as full of suspense as an actual Halloween thriller.

Person Standing In Line At The Security Checkpoint Of An Airport

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We have all been there once or twice.

Person Whose Cardigan Got Caught On A Doorknob

If it wasn’t clear enough: leave this man alone!

Man Who Keeps Getting Mistaken For A Store Employee

Hey, at least it must be nice to see a concert and get paid for it?

Part-Time Worker Supporting The Fence At The Front Of A Live Concert

Not all heroes wear capes.

Wedding Venue Photographer

Also known as “A disaster waiting to happen.”

Person Who Foolishly Ordered Curry Udon While Wearing White Clothes

Show-off!

Guy Who Takes Pride In Never Holding On To Anything On The Subway

Those who actually watch the safety videos will recognize this costume.

Actor In An Airline Safety Video

Too much chlorine…

Guy Who Just Got Back From The Swimming Pool

A totally Gen-Z problem.

Makeup Guru Whose Camera Can’t Focus On The Product

It all feels completely different with the pressure of an upcoming deadline looming over your head.

Students Who Went To The Cafe To Study But Ended Up Spending The Whole Time Reading Manga And Looking At Their Phones

This student volunteer looks like they would rather be somewhere else.

Student Volunteer At A University’s Open Campus Day

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This way may be more sustainable. Either way, hopefully, that bag is strong enough to hold all of that.

Person Who Was Stingy And Only Paid For The Smallest Plastic Bag

Seriously, how are we supposed to wear that?

Clothing Store Mannequins That Aren’t Very Helpful

There’s never enough sass when it comes to Halloween.

Waitress Who Provides A Half-Hearted Service

An Old Man Taking A Photo Of The Cup He Used At The Stadium

The unsung hero of the office.

That One Coworker Who Kindly Fills The Office Humidifier With Water Every Morning

If you want to feel like a mayor for a day; you know what to do.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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