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Halloween is 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, in Japan, a celebration known as the "Jimi" Halloween festival is dedicated 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 Panda takes a look at 18 costumes that capture everyday situations that we wish we'd thought of.

#1

Person Standing In Line At The Security Checkpoint Of An Airport

Person Standing In Line At The Security Checkpoint Of An Airport

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

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UncleJohn3000
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2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One year I cut the bottom out of an old laundry basket, added suspenders and a bunch of (clean) laundry, wore it around my waist and went as Dirty Clothes. Of course I had an underwear hat!

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#2

Person Whose Cardigan Got Caught On A Doorknob

Person Whose Cardigan Got Caught On A Doorknob

We have all been there once or twice.

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#3

Man Who Keeps Getting Mistaken For A Store Employee

Man Who Keeps Getting Mistaken For A Store Employee

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

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Caz
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is me and my line of work...nothing too exciting. Some people get really angry when I say I don't work here!

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

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

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

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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminded me of the protesters who glued themselves to the conductor-stand in the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg only to learn that it can be removed. They were brought to a storage room, were they could do nothing but looking stupid. Klima_Kleb...06b50b.jpg Klima_Kleber_Elbphilharmonie-672365c06b50b.jpg

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#5

Wedding Venue Photographer

Wedding Venue Photographer

Not all heroes wear capes.

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#6

Person Who Foolishly Ordered Curry Udon While Wearing White Clothes

Person Who Foolishly Ordered Curry Udon While Wearing White Clothes

Also known as "A disaster waiting to happen."

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#7

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

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

Show-off!

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Mimi M
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is me right here. It's actually good for balance and core.

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Actor In An Airline Safety Video

Actor In An Airline Safety Video

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

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#9

Guy Who Just Got Back From The Swimming Pool

Guy Who Just Got Back From The Swimming Pool

Too much chlorine...

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#10

Makeup Guru Whose Camera Can't Focus On The Product

Makeup Guru Whose Camera Can't Focus On The Product

A totally Gen-Z problem.

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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the words of AvE while having camera focus issues - "Focus you Fu..."

#11

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

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

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

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#12

Student Volunteer At A University's Open Campus Day

Student Volunteer At A University's Open Campus Day

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

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#13

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

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

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

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#14

Clothing Store Mannequins That Aren't Very Helpful

Clothing Store Mannequins That Aren't Very Helpful

Seriously, how are we supposed to wear that?

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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one I like! Also it doesn't require much explanation compared to the others.

#15

Waitress Who Provides A Half-Hearted Service

Waitress Who Provides A Half-Hearted Service

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

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#16

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

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

An extremely niche hobby.

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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I work across from a very small park. I watched a woman walk off the path to a tree just to put her Starbucks coffee cup in a pile of leaves and take a dozen photos. I thought it was pathetic.

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

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

The unsung hero of the office.

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#18

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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

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