🕷️ Crawler Inspector

URL Lookup

Direct Parameter Lookup

Raw Queries and Responses

1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 155 (from laksa084)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa155.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts","crawl_time":1776405482,"first_indexed_time":1559825935,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,pearlriver!\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts s443","src_root_hash":"14302023379042215355","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The Hungry Ghost Festival: Feeding and Appeasing Hangry Haints – Pearl River Mart","meta_descriptions":["In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival. What is it? All of the seventh lunar month is ripe for"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival.\nWhat is it?\nAll of the seventh lunar month is ripe for ghostly activity. On the first day the gates between the worlds of the living and dead open, allowing the dead to roam the earth. By the 15th\n—\nthe day of the Hungry Ghost Festival (which is Sept. 6 this year)\n—\nthe specters are starving and cranky, and it’s up to people, especially relatives, to get them happy.\nWhere did it come from?\nWhile Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Hungry Ghost Festival comes from either the canonical scriptures of Buddhism or medieval Chinese folk tradition. Either way, it’s equally as old as All Hallow’s Eve — 2,000 years to be exact.\nWhy so angry?\nSome apparitions are hangry, but others are downright mad. Why? According to Buddhist scripture, in the lowest realms of hell are restless spirits who weren’t ready to pass on, didn’t get a proper burial, or were treated badly by their families. Guilty parties have all month to make it up to shafted relatives and to be reminded of the importance of filial piety.\nWhat to do\nSo what do people do to appease these famished phantoms? They:\nBurn paper, which represents money and other earthly objects such as cars, mobile phones, clothes, and houses, for their ancestors to use in the afterlife\nBurn incense to purify the air\nOffer foods such as fruit, pastries, and other favorites particular to the relative\nPrepare elaborate meals, often vegetarian to honor the Buddhist tradition, with empty seats reserved for the deceased\nLight\ncandles\nand\nlanterns\nto help the spirits find their way back home\nNow you have the dos. How about the Hungry Ghost don’ts?\nWhat not to do\nNo-nos on this holiday center on both not offending and avoiding spooks at all costs. Celebrators should make sure to:\nNot disturb offerings left out for otherworldly roamers\nNot hang clothes outside to dry as a sartorial-inclined spirit might try them on for size, leaving behind its negative energy\nAvoid swimming since a drowned entity might pull them under\nStay away from the woods at night, a hotbed of paranormal activity\nNot take photos at night\n—\nyou don’t want to catch a wraith by mistake!\nLock up at night since an open door is an open invitation for a poltergeist to come on in\nNot get married\n—\na big wedding banquet is just asking for ghost guests\nAvoid talking about Caspers, friendly and unfriendly, during this special month as it might offend their sensitive souls\nWhat to read next\nTo learn more about Asian holidays and festivals, visit our posts on the\nQixi Festival\n, the\nDragon Boat Festival\n, and\nQingming\n.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts#main-content)\n\n[![Pearl River Mart logo](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/t\/48\/assets\/logo.png?v=32651668114227534781744223063)](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/ \"Go to the homepage\")\n\n[Login](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/account\/login) \/ [Sign Up](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/account\/register) \/\n\n0 \/ \\$0.00\n\n\/ [Locations & Hours](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/contact-us)\n\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pearlrivermart\/)\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PearlRiverMart?ref=br_tf)\n\n[Locations & Hours](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/contact-us)\n\n[![Pearl River Mart logo](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/t\/48\/assets\/logo.png?v=32651668114227534781744223063)](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/ \"Go to the homepage\")\n\n- Wear + Care\n  - ## [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n  - [Tops + Bottoms](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/traditional-clothing-tops-jackets)\n  - [Dresses](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/mandarin-dresses)\n  - [Sleep + Lounge](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/sleepwear-for-women)\n  \n  - ## [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n  - [Tops + Bottoms](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/mens-clothings)\n  - [Sleepwear](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/sleepwear-for-men)\n  - [Outerwear](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/outerwear-for-men)\n  \n  - ## [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n  - [Baby](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/baby-childrens-clothings)\n  - [Boys](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/boys)\n  - [Girls](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/girls)\n  \n  - ## [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n  - [Slippers + Shoes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/slippers-shoes-women-men-kids)\n  - [Bags + Cases](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/bags-cases)\n  - [Headwear + Scarves](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/headwear-scarves)\n  - [Eyewear](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/eyewear-cases)\n  - [Jewelry + Holders](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/jewelry)\n  - [Socks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/socks)\n  \n  - ## [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n  - [Bath + Body](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/bath-body)\n  - [Cosmetics + Skin Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/cosmetics-skin-care)\n  - [K-Beauty](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/k-beauty)\n  - [Wellness](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/supplements)\n- Home + Décor\n  - ## [Dinnerware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/dinnerware-flatware)\n  - [Bowls](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-bowls)\n  - [Plates](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-plates)\n  - [Sauce Dishes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-sauce-dishes)\n  - [Chopsticks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/kitchenware-chopsticks)\n  - [Spoons](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramic-soup-spoons)\n  \n  - ## [Drinkware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/drinkware)\n  - [Cups + Mugs](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-tea-pot-tea-cups)\n  - [Sake + Tea](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-sake-sets)\n  - [Tea + Coffee Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/tea-coffee-accessories)\n  \n  - ## [Kitchen + Cookware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/kitchen-cookware)\n  - [Cook's Tools](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/kitchenware-woks-rice-cookers)\n  - [Serveware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/cook-and-serverware-serving)\n  - [Organization + Storage](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/organization-storage)\n  - [Tabletop + Linens](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/kitchenware-placemats)\n  \n  - ## [Ceramicware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/ceramicware)\n  - [Blossom Pattern](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-blossoms)\n  - [Blue on White](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-blue-and-white)\n  - [Fortune Characters](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-longevity)\n  - [White + Solid Colors](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-white-and-solids)\n  - [Vases + Jars](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/vases-jars-1)\n  - [Jingdezhen](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/spring-ceramics)\n  \n  - ## [Décor](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/decor)\n  - [Lanterns + Lighting](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/lighting)\n  - [Floor + Window Decor](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/floor-window-decor)\n  - [Wall + Hanging Décor](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/wall-decor)\n  - [Bed + Bath](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/bed-bath)\n  - [Figurines + Statues](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/fiqurine-statue)\n  - [Faux Plants + Flowers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/artificial-flower-plant)\n  - [Fabrics](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/chinese-brocade)\n- Art + Culture\n  - [Calligraphy + Origami](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/calligraphy)\n  - [Cards + Stationery](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/stationery)\n  - [Games + Toys + Martial Arts](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/games-toys-martial-arts)\n  - [Fans + Parasols + Instruments](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/fans-parasols-instruments)\n  - [Zen + Feng Shui + Incense](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/feng-shui-zen)\n  - [Figurines + Statues](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/fiqurine-statue)\n  - [Books](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/books)\n- Food + Drink\n  - [Pearl River Mart Foods](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/pearl-river-mart-foods-1)\n  - [Maxi's Noodle @ Little Eats](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/little-eats)\n  - [Previous Little Eats Pop-Ups](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/past-little-eats-residencies)\n  - [Snacks + Candy](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/snacks)\n  - [Loose Tea + Tea Bags](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/loose-tea-by-ounce)\n  - [Coffee](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/coffee-coffee-coffee)\n  - [Cookbooks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/cookbooks)\n  - [Asian Cooking](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/asian-cooking)\n  - [Asian Sauces](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/asian-sauces)\n  - [Recipes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/recipes)\n- Gifts\n  - [Gift Card](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/gift-card)\n  - [For Foodies](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-foodies)\n  - [For Tea and Coffee Lovers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-tea-and-coffee-lovers)\n  - [For Fashionistas](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-fashionistas)\n  - [For Self-Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-self-care)\n  - [For Kawaii Lovers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-kawaii-lovers)\n  - [Friendship Boxes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/friendship-box)\n  - [Gift Wrap](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/gift-bags-wrapping-paper)\n- [Sale](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/sale-items)\n- Featured\n  - [New\\!](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/new)\n  - [Latest Fashion](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/winter-fashion-2026)\n  - [Best Sellers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/classic-pearl-river)\n  - [Pearl River Merch](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/pearl-river-mart-brand)\n  - [Wedding](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/chinese-wedding-supplies)\n  - [Friendship Boxes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/friendship-box)\n- [B2B](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/business-to-business-needs)\n- [Art Gallery](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/art-gallery)\n- About Us\n  - [Blog](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog)\n  - [Press](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/prm-in-the-press)\n  - [Upcoming Events](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/upcoming-events)\n  - [Our Story](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/about-us)\n  - [Contact Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/contact-us)\n  - [Work With Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/work-with-us)\n\n![Offerings for the Hungry Ghost Festival](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/hungry_ghost_offerings_640_for_blog_71549d73-8a53-4569-a262-d8f4c8f56be6.png?v=1758369827)\n\n# The Hungry Ghost Festival: Feeding and Appeasing Hangry Haints\nIn October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival.\n\n# **What is it?**\nAll of the seventh lunar month is ripe for ghostly activity. On the first day the gates between the worlds of the living and dead open, allowing the dead to roam the earth. By the 15th — the day of the Hungry Ghost Festival (which is Sept. 6 this year) — the specters are starving and cranky, and it’s up to people, especially relatives, to get them happy.\n\n# **Where did it come from?**\nWhile Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Hungry Ghost Festival comes from either the canonical scriptures of Buddhism or medieval Chinese folk tradition. Either way, it’s equally as old as All Hallow’s Eve — 2,000 years to be exact.\n\n# **Why so angry?**\nSome apparitions are hangry, but others are downright mad. Why? According to Buddhist scripture, in the lowest realms of hell are restless spirits who weren’t ready to pass on, didn’t get a proper burial, or were treated badly by their families. Guilty parties have all month to make it up to shafted relatives and to be reminded of the importance of filial piety.\n\n# **What to do**\nSo what do people do to appease these famished phantoms? They:\n\n- Burn paper, which represents money and other earthly objects such as cars, mobile phones, clothes, and houses, for their ancestors to use in the afterlife\n- Burn incense to purify the air\n- Offer foods such as fruit, pastries, and other favorites particular to the relative\n- Prepare elaborate meals, often vegetarian to honor the Buddhist tradition, with empty seats reserved for the deceased\n- Light [candles](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/candles) and [lanterns](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/lighting) to help the spirits find their way back home\n\nNow you have the dos. How about the Hungry Ghost don’ts?\n\n# **What not to do**\nNo-nos on this holiday center on both not offending and avoiding spooks at all costs. Celebrators should make sure to:\n\n- Not disturb offerings left out for otherworldly roamers\n- Not hang clothes outside to dry as a sartorial-inclined spirit might try them on for size, leaving behind its negative energy\n- Avoid swimming since a drowned entity might pull them under\n- Stay away from the woods at night, a hotbed of paranormal activity\n- Not take photos at night — you don’t want to catch a wraith by mistake\\!\n- Lock up at night since an open door is an open invitation for a poltergeist to come on in\n- Not get married — a big wedding banquet is just asking for ghost guests\n- Avoid talking about Caspers, friendly and unfriendly, during this special month as it might offend their sensitive souls\n# **What to read next**\nTo learn more about Asian holidays and festivals, visit our posts on the [Qixi Festival](https:\/\/www.pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/summer-lovin-the-qixi-festival), the [Dragon Boat Festival](https:\/\/www.pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-dragon-boat-festival-eat-dont-drink-but-be-merry), and [Qingming](https:\/\/www.pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-qingming-festival-a-time-to-honor-ancestors-and-celebrate-family).\n\nTagged:\n\n- [asian culture](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/tagged\/asian-culture \"Show articles tagged asian culture\")\n- [holiday](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/tagged\/holiday \"Show articles tagged holiday\")\n\n- [Older Post](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/summer-lovin-the-qixi-festival)\n- [Back to Blog](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog)\n- [Newer Post](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/time-to-appreciate-some-elephants-five-fun-facts-about-elephants-in-asian-culture)\n\nPosted on September 02, 2025\n\n## Featured Products\n[![Joss paper 7\" x 8\" with gold foil center](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/IMG_2464_grande.jpg?v=1653501412)](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/joss-paper-90-sheets)\n\nView details\n\nSOLD OUT\\!\n\n[Joss Paper - 90 Sheets (7\" x 8\")](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/joss-paper-90-sheets)\n\n\\$3.95\n\n[![Four boxes Satya India Shrinivas Sugandhalaya incense sticks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/satya_incense_sticks_grande.png?v=1721852070)](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/19686)\n\nView details\n\n[Satya India Shrinivas Sugandhalaya Incense Sticks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/19686)\n\nFrom \\$1.25\n\n[![Bulbous-Shaped Paper Lantern - White](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/bulbouswhite_grande.png?v=1742392242)](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/bulbous-shaped-paper-lantern-white)\n\nView details\n\nSOLD OUT\\!\n\n[Bulbous-Shaped Paper Lantern - White](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/bulbous-shaped-paper-lantern-white)\n\n\\$25.00\n\nBack to the top\n\nBack to the top\n\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pearlrivermart\/)\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PearlRiverMart?ref=br_tf)\n\n[![Pearl River Mart logo](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/t\/48\/assets\/footer_logo.png?v=72872714844309965061744223063)](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/ \"Go to the homepage\")\n\nThank you for visiting our online store. Please sign up to get exclusive news, offers — plus **10% OFF** your next purchase\\!\n\n- [About Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/about-us)\n- [Contact Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/contact-us)\n- [Work With Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/work-with-us)\n\n- [Ordering & Payment](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/ordering-payment)\n- [Returns & Exchanges](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/returns-exchanges)\n- [Shipping Information](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/shipping-information)\n- [Size Guides](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/size-guides)\n\n- [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/privacy-policy)\n- [Terms of Use](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/terms-of-use)\n- [Accessibility Statement](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessibility-statement)\n- [![Reviewed by accessible 360](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shop\/t\/48\/assets\/accessible360.png?v=100135660889687589021744223063)](https:\/\/accessible360.com\/)\n\nCopyright © 2026 [Pearl River Mart](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/). 452 Broadway, New York, NY 10013\n\nTheme by [Clean Themes](http:\/\/www.cleanthemes.co.uk\/). [Powered by Shopify](https:\/\/www.shopify.com\/?utm_campaign=poweredby&utm_medium=shopify&utm_source=onlinestore)\n\n![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/american_express-1efdc6a3.svg) ![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/apple_pay-1721ebad.svg) ![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/discover-59880595.svg) ![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/google_pay-34c30515.svg) ![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/master-54b5a7ce.svg) ![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/shopify_pay-925ab76d.svg) ![](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cdn\/shopifycloud\/storefront\/assets\/payment_icons\/visa-65d650f7.svg)\n\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pearlrivermart\/)\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PearlRiverMart?ref=br_tf)\n\n- Wear + Care\n- Home + Décor\n- Art + Culture\n- Food + Drink\n- Gifts\n- [Sale](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/sale-items)\n- Featured\n- [B2B](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/business-to-business-needs)\n- [Art Gallery](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/art-gallery)\n- About Us\n- [Login](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/account\/login)\n- [Sign Up](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/account\/register)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Tops + Bottoms](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/traditional-clothing-tops-jackets)\n- [Dresses](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/mandarin-dresses)\n- [Sleep + Lounge](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/sleepwear-for-women)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Tops + Bottoms](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/mens-clothings)\n- [Sleepwear](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/sleepwear-for-men)\n- [Outerwear](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/outerwear-for-men)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Baby](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/baby-childrens-clothings)\n- [Boys](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/boys)\n- [Girls](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/girls)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Slippers + Shoes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/slippers-shoes-women-men-kids)\n- [Bags + Cases](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/bags-cases)\n- [Headwear + Scarves](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/headwear-scarves)\n- [Eyewear](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/eyewear-cases)\n- [Jewelry + Holders](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/jewelry)\n- [Socks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/socks)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Bath + Body](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/bath-body)\n- [Cosmetics + Skin Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/cosmetics-skin-care)\n- [K-Beauty](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/k-beauty)\n- [Wellness](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/supplements)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Bowls](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-bowls)\n- [Plates](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-plates)\n- [Sauce Dishes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-sauce-dishes)\n- [Chopsticks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/kitchenware-chopsticks)\n- [Spoons](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramic-soup-spoons)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Cups + Mugs](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-tea-pot-tea-cups)\n- [Sake + Tea](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramics-sake-sets)\n- [Tea + Coffee Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/tea-coffee-accessories)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Cook's Tools](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/kitchenware-woks-rice-cookers)\n- [Serveware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/cook-and-serverware-serving)\n- [Organization + Storage](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/organization-storage)\n- [Tabletop + Linens](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/kitchenware-placemats)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Blossom Pattern](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-blossoms)\n- [Blue on White](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-blue-and-white)\n- [Fortune Characters](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-longevity)\n- [White + Solid Colors](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/ceramicware-white-and-solids)\n- [Vases + Jars](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/vases-jars-1)\n- [Jingdezhen](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/spring-ceramics)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Lanterns + Lighting](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/lighting)\n- [Floor + Window Decor](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/floor-window-decor)\n- [Wall + Hanging Décor](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/wall-decor)\n- [Bed + Bath](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/bed-bath)\n- [Figurines + Statues](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/fiqurine-statue)\n- [Faux Plants + Flowers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/artificial-flower-plant)\n- [Fabrics](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/chinese-brocade)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Calligraphy + Origami](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/calligraphy)\n- [Cards + Stationery](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/stationery)\n- [Games + Toys + Martial Arts](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/games-toys-martial-arts)\n- [Fans + Parasols + Instruments](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/fans-parasols-instruments)\n- [Zen + Feng Shui + Incense](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/feng-shui-zen)\n- [Figurines + Statues](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/fiqurine-statue)\n- [Books](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/books)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Pearl River Mart Foods](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/pearl-river-mart-foods-1)\n- [Maxi's Noodle @ Little Eats](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/little-eats)\n- [Previous Little Eats Pop-Ups](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/past-little-eats-residencies)\n- [Snacks + Candy](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/snacks)\n- [Loose Tea + Tea Bags](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/loose-tea-by-ounce)\n- [Coffee](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/coffee-coffee-coffee)\n- [Cookbooks](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/cookbooks)\n- [Asian Cooking](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/asian-cooking)\n- [Asian Sauces](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/asian-sauces)\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/recipes)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Gift Card](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/products\/gift-card)\n- [For Foodies](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-foodies)\n- [For Tea and Coffee Lovers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-tea-and-coffee-lovers)\n- [For Fashionistas](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-fashionistas)\n- [For Self-Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-self-care)\n- [For Kawaii Lovers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/for-kawaii-lovers)\n- [Friendship Boxes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/friendship-box)\n- [Gift Wrap](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/gift-bags-wrapping-paper)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [New\\!](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/new)\n- [Latest Fashion](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/winter-fashion-2026)\n- [Best Sellers](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/classic-pearl-river)\n- [Pearl River Merch](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/pearl-river-mart-brand)\n- [Wedding](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/chinese-wedding-supplies)\n- [Friendship Boxes](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/friendship-box)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Blog](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog)\n- [Press](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/prm-in-the-press)\n- [Upcoming Events](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/upcoming-events)\n- [Our Story](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/about-us)\n- [Contact Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/contact-us)\n- [Work With Us](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/work-with-us)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Women](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/women)\n- [Men](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/men)\n- [Children](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/children)\n- [Accessories](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/accessories)\n- [Personal Care](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/personal-care)\n\n[Back to previous](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts)\n\n- [Dinnerware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/dinnerware-flatware)\n- [Drinkware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/drinkware)\n- [Kitchen + Cookware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/kitchen-cookware)\n- [Ceramicware](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/ceramicware)\n- [Décor](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/pages\/decor)\n\nContinue shopping\n\n## Your Order\nYou have no items in your cart\n\nSubtotal: \\$0.00\n\n[View Cart](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/cart)","attrs_readable_markdown":"In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival.\n\n## **What is it?**\nAll of the seventh lunar month is ripe for ghostly activity. On the first day the gates between the worlds of the living and dead open, allowing the dead to roam the earth. By the 15th — the day of the Hungry Ghost Festival (which is Sept. 6 this year) — the specters are starving and cranky, and it’s up to people, especially relatives, to get them happy.\n\n## **Where did it come from?**\nWhile Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Hungry Ghost Festival comes from either the canonical scriptures of Buddhism or medieval Chinese folk tradition. Either way, it’s equally as old as All Hallow’s Eve — 2,000 years to be exact.\n\n## **Why so angry?**\nSome apparitions are hangry, but others are downright mad. Why? According to Buddhist scripture, in the lowest realms of hell are restless spirits who weren’t ready to pass on, didn’t get a proper burial, or were treated badly by their families. Guilty parties have all month to make it up to shafted relatives and to be reminded of the importance of filial piety.\n\n## **What to do**\nSo what do people do to appease these famished phantoms? They:\n\n- Burn paper, which represents money and other earthly objects such as cars, mobile phones, clothes, and houses, for their ancestors to use in the afterlife\n- Burn incense to purify the air\n- Offer foods such as fruit, pastries, and other favorites particular to the relative\n- Prepare elaborate meals, often vegetarian to honor the Buddhist tradition, with empty seats reserved for the deceased\n- Light [candles](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/candles) and [lanterns](https:\/\/pearlriver.com\/collections\/lighting) to help the spirits find their way back home\n\nNow you have the dos. How about the Hungry Ghost don’ts?\n\n## **What not to do**\nNo-nos on this holiday center on both not offending and avoiding spooks at all costs. Celebrators should make sure to:\n\n- Not disturb offerings left out for otherworldly roamers\n- Not hang clothes outside to dry as a sartorial-inclined spirit might try them on for size, leaving behind its negative energy\n- Avoid swimming since a drowned entity might pull them under\n- Stay away from the woods at night, a hotbed of paranormal activity\n- Not take photos at night — you don’t want to catch a wraith by mistake\\!\n- Lock up at night since an open door is an open invitation for a poltergeist to come on in\n- Not get married — a big wedding banquet is just asking for ghost guests\n- Avoid talking about Caspers, friendly and unfriendly, during this special month as it might offend their sensitive souls\n## **What to read next**\nTo learn more about Asian holidays and festivals, visit our posts on the [Qixi Festival](https:\/\/www.pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/summer-lovin-the-qixi-festival), the [Dragon Boat Festival](https:\/\/www.pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-dragon-boat-festival-eat-dont-drink-but-be-merry), and [Qingming](https:\/\/www.pearlriver.com\/blogs\/blog\/the-qingming-festival-a-time-to-honor-ancestors-and-celebrate-family).","meta_canonical":null}

3. Robots.txt Check

Query:

Response:

4. Spam/Ban Check

Query:

Response:

5. Seen Status Check

ℹ️ Skipped - page is already crawled

📄

INDEXABLE

✅

CRAWLED

20 hours ago

🤖

ROBOTS ALLOWED

Page Info Filters

Filter	Status	Condition	Details
HTTP status	PASS	`download_http_code = 200`	HTTP 200
Age cutoff	PASS	`download_stamp > now() - 6 MONTH`	0 months ago
History drop	PASS	`isNull(history_drop_reason)`	No drop reason
Spam/ban	PASS	`fh_dont_index != 1 AND ml_spam_score = 0`	ml_spam_score=0
Canonical	PASS	`meta_canonical IS NULL OR = '' OR = src_unparsed`	Not set

Page Details

Property	Value
URL	https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts
Last Crawled	2026-04-17 05:58:02 (20 hours ago)
First Indexed	2019-06-06 12:58:55 (6 years ago)
HTTP Status Code	200
Meta Title	The Hungry Ghost Festival: Feeding and Appeasing Hangry Haints – Pearl River Mart
Meta Description	In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival. What is it? All of the seventh lunar month is ripe for
Meta Canonical	null
Boilerpipe Text	In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival. What is it? All of the seventh lunar month is ripe for ghostly activity. On the first day the gates between the worlds of the living and dead open, allowing the dead to roam the earth. By the 15th — the day of the Hungry Ghost Festival (which is Sept. 6 this year) — the specters are starving and cranky, and it’s up to people, especially relatives, to get them happy. Where did it come from? While Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Hungry Ghost Festival comes from either the canonical scriptures of Buddhism or medieval Chinese folk tradition. Either way, it’s equally as old as All Hallow’s Eve — 2,000 years to be exact. Why so angry? Some apparitions are hangry, but others are downright mad. Why? According to Buddhist scripture, in the lowest realms of hell are restless spirits who weren’t ready to pass on, didn’t get a proper burial, or were treated badly by their families. Guilty parties have all month to make it up to shafted relatives and to be reminded of the importance of filial piety. What to do So what do people do to appease these famished phantoms? They: Burn paper, which represents money and other earthly objects such as cars, mobile phones, clothes, and houses, for their ancestors to use in the afterlife Burn incense to purify the air Offer foods such as fruit, pastries, and other favorites particular to the relative Prepare elaborate meals, often vegetarian to honor the Buddhist tradition, with empty seats reserved for the deceased Light candles and lanterns to help the spirits find their way back home Now you have the dos. How about the Hungry Ghost don’ts? What not to do No-nos on this holiday center on both not offending and avoiding spooks at all costs. Celebrators should make sure to: Not disturb offerings left out for otherworldly roamers Not hang clothes outside to dry as a sartorial-inclined spirit might try them on for size, leaving behind its negative energy Avoid swimming since a drowned entity might pull them under Stay away from the woods at night, a hotbed of paranormal activity Not take photos at night — you don’t want to catch a wraith by mistake! Lock up at night since an open door is an open invitation for a poltergeist to come on in Not get married — a big wedding banquet is just asking for ghost guests Avoid talking about Caspers, friendly and unfriendly, during this special month as it might offend their sensitive souls What to read next To learn more about Asian holidays and festivals, visit our posts on the Qixi Festival , the Dragon Boat Festival , and Qingming .
Markdown	[Skip to main content](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts#main-content) [![Pearl River Mart logo](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/t/48/assets/logo.png?v=32651668114227534781744223063)](https://pearlriver.com/ "Go to the homepage") [Login](https://pearlriver.com/account/login) / [Sign Up](https://pearlriver.com/account/register) / 0 / \$0.00 / [Locations & Hours](https://pearlriver.com/pages/contact-us) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/pearlrivermart/) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PearlRiverMart?ref=br_tf) [Locations & Hours](https://pearlriver.com/pages/contact-us) [![Pearl River Mart logo](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/t/48/assets/logo.png?v=32651668114227534781744223063)](https://pearlriver.com/ "Go to the homepage") - Wear + Care - ## [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Tops + Bottoms](https://pearlriver.com/collections/traditional-clothing-tops-jackets) - [Dresses](https://pearlriver.com/collections/mandarin-dresses) - [Sleep + Lounge](https://pearlriver.com/collections/sleepwear-for-women) - ## [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Tops + Bottoms](https://pearlriver.com/collections/mens-clothings) - [Sleepwear](https://pearlriver.com/collections/sleepwear-for-men) - [Outerwear](https://pearlriver.com/collections/outerwear-for-men) - ## [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Baby](https://pearlriver.com/collections/baby-childrens-clothings) - [Boys](https://pearlriver.com/collections/boys) - [Girls](https://pearlriver.com/collections/girls) - ## [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Slippers + Shoes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/slippers-shoes-women-men-kids) - [Bags + Cases](https://pearlriver.com/collections/bags-cases) - [Headwear + Scarves](https://pearlriver.com/collections/headwear-scarves) - [Eyewear](https://pearlriver.com/collections/eyewear-cases) - [Jewelry + Holders](https://pearlriver.com/collections/jewelry) - [Socks](https://pearlriver.com/collections/socks) - ## [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) - [Bath + Body](https://pearlriver.com/collections/bath-body) - [Cosmetics + Skin Care](https://pearlriver.com/collections/cosmetics-skin-care) - [K-Beauty](https://pearlriver.com/collections/k-beauty) - [Wellness](https://pearlriver.com/collections/supplements) - Home + Décor - ## [Dinnerware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/dinnerware-flatware) - [Bowls](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-bowls) - [Plates](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-plates) - [Sauce Dishes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-sauce-dishes) - [Chopsticks](https://pearlriver.com/collections/kitchenware-chopsticks) - [Spoons](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramic-soup-spoons) - ## [Drinkware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/drinkware) - [Cups + Mugs](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-tea-pot-tea-cups) - [Sake + Tea](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-sake-sets) - [Tea + Coffee Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/collections/tea-coffee-accessories) - ## [Kitchen + Cookware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/kitchen-cookware) - [Cook's Tools](https://pearlriver.com/collections/kitchenware-woks-rice-cookers) - [Serveware](https://pearlriver.com/collections/cook-and-serverware-serving) - [Organization + Storage](https://pearlriver.com/collections/organization-storage) - [Tabletop + Linens](https://pearlriver.com/collections/kitchenware-placemats) - ## [Ceramicware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/ceramicware) - [Blossom Pattern](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-blossoms) - [Blue on White](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-blue-and-white) - [Fortune Characters](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-longevity) - [White + Solid Colors](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-white-and-solids) - [Vases + Jars](https://pearlriver.com/collections/vases-jars-1) - [Jingdezhen](https://pearlriver.com/collections/spring-ceramics) - ## [Décor](https://pearlriver.com/pages/decor) - [Lanterns + Lighting](https://pearlriver.com/collections/lighting) - [Floor + Window Decor](https://pearlriver.com/collections/floor-window-decor) - [Wall + Hanging Décor](https://pearlriver.com/collections/wall-decor) - [Bed + Bath](https://pearlriver.com/collections/bed-bath) - [Figurines + Statues](https://pearlriver.com/collections/fiqurine-statue) - [Faux Plants + Flowers](https://pearlriver.com/collections/artificial-flower-plant) - [Fabrics](https://pearlriver.com/collections/chinese-brocade) - Art + Culture - [Calligraphy + Origami](https://pearlriver.com/collections/calligraphy) - [Cards + Stationery](https://pearlriver.com/pages/stationery) - [Games + Toys + Martial Arts](https://pearlriver.com/pages/games-toys-martial-arts) - [Fans + Parasols + Instruments](https://pearlriver.com/pages/fans-parasols-instruments) - [Zen + Feng Shui + Incense](https://pearlriver.com/pages/feng-shui-zen) - [Figurines + Statues](https://pearlriver.com/collections/fiqurine-statue) - [Books](https://pearlriver.com/collections/books) - Food + Drink - [Pearl River Mart Foods](https://pearlriver.com/pages/pearl-river-mart-foods-1) - [Maxi's Noodle @ Little Eats](https://pearlriver.com/pages/little-eats) - [Previous Little Eats Pop-Ups](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/past-little-eats-residencies) - [Snacks + Candy](https://pearlriver.com/collections/snacks) - [Loose Tea + Tea Bags](https://pearlriver.com/collections/loose-tea-by-ounce) - [Coffee](https://pearlriver.com/collections/coffee-coffee-coffee) - [Cookbooks](https://pearlriver.com/collections/cookbooks) - [Asian Cooking](https://pearlriver.com/collections/asian-cooking) - [Asian Sauces](https://pearlriver.com/collections/asian-sauces) - [Recipes](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/recipes) - Gifts - [Gift Card](https://pearlriver.com/products/gift-card) - [For Foodies](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-foodies) - [For Tea and Coffee Lovers](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-tea-and-coffee-lovers) - [For Fashionistas](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-fashionistas) - [For Self-Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-self-care) - [For Kawaii Lovers](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-kawaii-lovers) - [Friendship Boxes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/friendship-box) - [Gift Wrap](https://pearlriver.com/collections/gift-bags-wrapping-paper) - [Sale](https://pearlriver.com/collections/sale-items) - Featured - [New\!](https://pearlriver.com/collections/new) - [Latest Fashion](https://pearlriver.com/collections/winter-fashion-2026) - [Best Sellers](https://pearlriver.com/collections/classic-pearl-river) - [Pearl River Merch](https://pearlriver.com/collections/pearl-river-mart-brand) - [Wedding](https://pearlriver.com/collections/chinese-wedding-supplies) - [Friendship Boxes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/friendship-box) - [B2B](https://pearlriver.com/pages/business-to-business-needs) - [Art Gallery](https://pearlriver.com/pages/art-gallery) - About Us - [Blog](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog) - [Press](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/prm-in-the-press) - [Upcoming Events](https://pearlriver.com/pages/upcoming-events) - [Our Story](https://pearlriver.com/pages/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/contact-us) - [Work With Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/work-with-us) ![Offerings for the Hungry Ghost Festival](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/articles/hungry_ghost_offerings_640_for_blog_71549d73-8a53-4569-a262-d8f4c8f56be6.png?v=1758369827) # The Hungry Ghost Festival: Feeding and Appeasing Hangry Haints In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival. # What is it? All of the seventh lunar month is ripe for ghostly activity. On the first day the gates between the worlds of the living and dead open, allowing the dead to roam the earth. By the 15th — the day of the Hungry Ghost Festival (which is Sept. 6 this year) — the specters are starving and cranky, and it’s up to people, especially relatives, to get them happy. # Where did it come from? While Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Hungry Ghost Festival comes from either the canonical scriptures of Buddhism or medieval Chinese folk tradition. Either way, it’s equally as old as All Hallow’s Eve — 2,000 years to be exact. # Why so angry? Some apparitions are hangry, but others are downright mad. Why? According to Buddhist scripture, in the lowest realms of hell are restless spirits who weren’t ready to pass on, didn’t get a proper burial, or were treated badly by their families. Guilty parties have all month to make it up to shafted relatives and to be reminded of the importance of filial piety. # What to do So what do people do to appease these famished phantoms? They: - Burn paper, which represents money and other earthly objects such as cars, mobile phones, clothes, and houses, for their ancestors to use in the afterlife - Burn incense to purify the air - Offer foods such as fruit, pastries, and other favorites particular to the relative - Prepare elaborate meals, often vegetarian to honor the Buddhist tradition, with empty seats reserved for the deceased - Light [candles](https://pearlriver.com/collections/candles) and [lanterns](https://pearlriver.com/collections/lighting) to help the spirits find their way back home Now you have the dos. How about the Hungry Ghost don’ts? # What not to do No-nos on this holiday center on both not offending and avoiding spooks at all costs. Celebrators should make sure to: - Not disturb offerings left out for otherworldly roamers - Not hang clothes outside to dry as a sartorial-inclined spirit might try them on for size, leaving behind its negative energy - Avoid swimming since a drowned entity might pull them under - Stay away from the woods at night, a hotbed of paranormal activity - Not take photos at night — you don’t want to catch a wraith by mistake\! - Lock up at night since an open door is an open invitation for a poltergeist to come on in - Not get married — a big wedding banquet is just asking for ghost guests - Avoid talking about Caspers, friendly and unfriendly, during this special month as it might offend their sensitive souls # What to read next To learn more about Asian holidays and festivals, visit our posts on the [Qixi Festival](https://www.pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/summer-lovin-the-qixi-festival), the [Dragon Boat Festival](https://www.pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-dragon-boat-festival-eat-dont-drink-but-be-merry), and [Qingming](https://www.pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-qingming-festival-a-time-to-honor-ancestors-and-celebrate-family). Tagged: - [asian culture](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/tagged/asian-culture "Show articles tagged asian culture") - [holiday](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/tagged/holiday "Show articles tagged holiday") - [Older Post](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/summer-lovin-the-qixi-festival) - [Back to Blog](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog) - [Newer Post](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/time-to-appreciate-some-elephants-five-fun-facts-about-elephants-in-asian-culture) Posted on September 02, 2025 ## Featured Products [![Joss paper 7" x 8" with gold foil center](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/products/IMG_2464_grande.jpg?v=1653501412)](https://pearlriver.com/products/joss-paper-90-sheets) View details SOLD OUT\! [Joss Paper - 90 Sheets (7" x 8")](https://pearlriver.com/products/joss-paper-90-sheets) \$3.95 [![Four boxes Satya India Shrinivas Sugandhalaya incense sticks](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/files/satya_incense_sticks_grande.png?v=1721852070)](https://pearlriver.com/products/19686) View details [Satya India Shrinivas Sugandhalaya Incense Sticks](https://pearlriver.com/products/19686) From \$1.25 [![Bulbous-Shaped Paper Lantern - White](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/files/bulbouswhite_grande.png?v=1742392242)](https://pearlriver.com/products/bulbous-shaped-paper-lantern-white) View details SOLD OUT\! [Bulbous-Shaped Paper Lantern - White](https://pearlriver.com/products/bulbous-shaped-paper-lantern-white) \$25.00 Back to the top Back to the top - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/pearlrivermart/) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PearlRiverMart?ref=br_tf) [![Pearl River Mart logo](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/t/48/assets/footer_logo.png?v=72872714844309965061744223063)](https://pearlriver.com/ "Go to the homepage") Thank you for visiting our online store. Please sign up to get exclusive news, offers — plus 10% OFF your next purchase\! - [About Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/contact-us) - [Work With Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/work-with-us) - [Ordering & Payment](https://pearlriver.com/pages/ordering-payment) - [Returns & Exchanges](https://pearlriver.com/pages/returns-exchanges) - [Shipping Information](https://pearlriver.com/pages/shipping-information) - [Size Guides](https://pearlriver.com/pages/size-guides) - [Privacy Policy](https://pearlriver.com/pages/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Use](https://pearlriver.com/pages/terms-of-use) - [Accessibility Statement](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessibility-statement) - [![Reviewed by accessible 360](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shop/t/48/assets/accessible360.png?v=100135660889687589021744223063)](https://accessible360.com/) Copyright © 2026 [Pearl River Mart](https://pearlriver.com/). 452 Broadway, New York, NY 10013 Theme by [Clean Themes](http://www.cleanthemes.co.uk/). [Powered by Shopify](https://www.shopify.com/?utm_campaign=poweredby&utm_medium=shopify&utm_source=onlinestore) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/american_express-1efdc6a3.svg) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/apple_pay-1721ebad.svg) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/discover-59880595.svg) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/google_pay-34c30515.svg) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/master-54b5a7ce.svg) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/shopify_pay-925ab76d.svg) ![](https://pearlriver.com/cdn/shopifycloud/storefront/assets/payment_icons/visa-65d650f7.svg) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/pearlrivermart/) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PearlRiverMart?ref=br_tf) - Wear + Care - Home + Décor - Art + Culture - Food + Drink - Gifts - [Sale](https://pearlriver.com/collections/sale-items) - Featured - [B2B](https://pearlriver.com/pages/business-to-business-needs) - [Art Gallery](https://pearlriver.com/pages/art-gallery) - About Us - [Login](https://pearlriver.com/account/login) - [Sign Up](https://pearlriver.com/account/register) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Tops + Bottoms](https://pearlriver.com/collections/traditional-clothing-tops-jackets) - [Dresses](https://pearlriver.com/collections/mandarin-dresses) - [Sleep + Lounge](https://pearlriver.com/collections/sleepwear-for-women) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Tops + Bottoms](https://pearlriver.com/collections/mens-clothings) - [Sleepwear](https://pearlriver.com/collections/sleepwear-for-men) - [Outerwear](https://pearlriver.com/collections/outerwear-for-men) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Baby](https://pearlriver.com/collections/baby-childrens-clothings) - [Boys](https://pearlriver.com/collections/boys) - [Girls](https://pearlriver.com/collections/girls) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Slippers + Shoes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/slippers-shoes-women-men-kids) - [Bags + Cases](https://pearlriver.com/collections/bags-cases) - [Headwear + Scarves](https://pearlriver.com/collections/headwear-scarves) - [Eyewear](https://pearlriver.com/collections/eyewear-cases) - [Jewelry + Holders](https://pearlriver.com/collections/jewelry) - [Socks](https://pearlriver.com/collections/socks) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Bath + Body](https://pearlriver.com/collections/bath-body) - [Cosmetics + Skin Care](https://pearlriver.com/collections/cosmetics-skin-care) - [K-Beauty](https://pearlriver.com/collections/k-beauty) - [Wellness](https://pearlriver.com/collections/supplements) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Bowls](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-bowls) - [Plates](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-plates) - [Sauce Dishes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-sauce-dishes) - [Chopsticks](https://pearlriver.com/collections/kitchenware-chopsticks) - [Spoons](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramic-soup-spoons) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Cups + Mugs](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-tea-pot-tea-cups) - [Sake + Tea](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramics-sake-sets) - [Tea + Coffee Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/collections/tea-coffee-accessories) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Cook's Tools](https://pearlriver.com/collections/kitchenware-woks-rice-cookers) - [Serveware](https://pearlriver.com/collections/cook-and-serverware-serving) - [Organization + Storage](https://pearlriver.com/collections/organization-storage) - [Tabletop + Linens](https://pearlriver.com/collections/kitchenware-placemats) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Blossom Pattern](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-blossoms) - [Blue on White](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-blue-and-white) - [Fortune Characters](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-longevity) - [White + Solid Colors](https://pearlriver.com/collections/ceramicware-white-and-solids) - [Vases + Jars](https://pearlriver.com/collections/vases-jars-1) - [Jingdezhen](https://pearlriver.com/collections/spring-ceramics) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Lanterns + Lighting](https://pearlriver.com/collections/lighting) - [Floor + Window Decor](https://pearlriver.com/collections/floor-window-decor) - [Wall + Hanging Décor](https://pearlriver.com/collections/wall-decor) - [Bed + Bath](https://pearlriver.com/collections/bed-bath) - [Figurines + Statues](https://pearlriver.com/collections/fiqurine-statue) - [Faux Plants + Flowers](https://pearlriver.com/collections/artificial-flower-plant) - [Fabrics](https://pearlriver.com/collections/chinese-brocade) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Calligraphy + Origami](https://pearlriver.com/collections/calligraphy) - [Cards + Stationery](https://pearlriver.com/pages/stationery) - [Games + Toys + Martial Arts](https://pearlriver.com/pages/games-toys-martial-arts) - [Fans + Parasols + Instruments](https://pearlriver.com/pages/fans-parasols-instruments) - [Zen + Feng Shui + Incense](https://pearlriver.com/pages/feng-shui-zen) - [Figurines + Statues](https://pearlriver.com/collections/fiqurine-statue) - [Books](https://pearlriver.com/collections/books) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Pearl River Mart Foods](https://pearlriver.com/pages/pearl-river-mart-foods-1) - [Maxi's Noodle @ Little Eats](https://pearlriver.com/pages/little-eats) - [Previous Little Eats Pop-Ups](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/past-little-eats-residencies) - [Snacks + Candy](https://pearlriver.com/collections/snacks) - [Loose Tea + Tea Bags](https://pearlriver.com/collections/loose-tea-by-ounce) - [Coffee](https://pearlriver.com/collections/coffee-coffee-coffee) - [Cookbooks](https://pearlriver.com/collections/cookbooks) - [Asian Cooking](https://pearlriver.com/collections/asian-cooking) - [Asian Sauces](https://pearlriver.com/collections/asian-sauces) - [Recipes](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/recipes) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Gift Card](https://pearlriver.com/products/gift-card) - [For Foodies](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-foodies) - [For Tea and Coffee Lovers](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-tea-and-coffee-lovers) - [For Fashionistas](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-fashionistas) - [For Self-Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-self-care) - [For Kawaii Lovers](https://pearlriver.com/pages/for-kawaii-lovers) - [Friendship Boxes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/friendship-box) - [Gift Wrap](https://pearlriver.com/collections/gift-bags-wrapping-paper) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [New\!](https://pearlriver.com/collections/new) - [Latest Fashion](https://pearlriver.com/collections/winter-fashion-2026) - [Best Sellers](https://pearlriver.com/collections/classic-pearl-river) - [Pearl River Merch](https://pearlriver.com/collections/pearl-river-mart-brand) - [Wedding](https://pearlriver.com/collections/chinese-wedding-supplies) - [Friendship Boxes](https://pearlriver.com/collections/friendship-box) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Blog](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog) - [Press](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/prm-in-the-press) - [Upcoming Events](https://pearlriver.com/pages/upcoming-events) - [Our Story](https://pearlriver.com/pages/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/contact-us) - [Work With Us](https://pearlriver.com/pages/work-with-us) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Women](https://pearlriver.com/pages/women) - [Men](https://pearlriver.com/pages/men) - [Children](https://pearlriver.com/pages/children) - [Accessories](https://pearlriver.com/pages/accessories) - [Personal Care](https://pearlriver.com/pages/personal-care) [Back to previous](https://pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts) - [Dinnerware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/dinnerware-flatware) - [Drinkware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/drinkware) - [Kitchen + Cookware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/kitchen-cookware) - [Ceramicware](https://pearlriver.com/pages/ceramicware) - [Décor](https://pearlriver.com/pages/decor) Continue shopping ## Your Order You have no items in your cart Subtotal: \$0.00 [View Cart](https://pearlriver.com/cart)
Readable Markdown	In October Halloween is celebrated by much of the Western world, but a couple of months beforehand, some Asian countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, celebrate another kind of ghostly holiday. Here's a short primer on the Hungry Ghost Festival. ## What is it? All of the seventh lunar month is ripe for ghostly activity. On the first day the gates between the worlds of the living and dead open, allowing the dead to roam the earth. By the 15th — the day of the Hungry Ghost Festival (which is Sept. 6 this year) — the specters are starving and cranky, and it’s up to people, especially relatives, to get them happy. ## Where did it come from? While Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the Hungry Ghost Festival comes from either the canonical scriptures of Buddhism or medieval Chinese folk tradition. Either way, it’s equally as old as All Hallow’s Eve — 2,000 years to be exact. ## Why so angry? Some apparitions are hangry, but others are downright mad. Why? According to Buddhist scripture, in the lowest realms of hell are restless spirits who weren’t ready to pass on, didn’t get a proper burial, or were treated badly by their families. Guilty parties have all month to make it up to shafted relatives and to be reminded of the importance of filial piety. ## What to do So what do people do to appease these famished phantoms? They: - Burn paper, which represents money and other earthly objects such as cars, mobile phones, clothes, and houses, for their ancestors to use in the afterlife - Burn incense to purify the air - Offer foods such as fruit, pastries, and other favorites particular to the relative - Prepare elaborate meals, often vegetarian to honor the Buddhist tradition, with empty seats reserved for the deceased - Light [candles](https://pearlriver.com/collections/candles) and [lanterns](https://pearlriver.com/collections/lighting) to help the spirits find their way back home Now you have the dos. How about the Hungry Ghost don’ts? ## What not to do No-nos on this holiday center on both not offending and avoiding spooks at all costs. Celebrators should make sure to: - Not disturb offerings left out for otherworldly roamers - Not hang clothes outside to dry as a sartorial-inclined spirit might try them on for size, leaving behind its negative energy - Avoid swimming since a drowned entity might pull them under - Stay away from the woods at night, a hotbed of paranormal activity - Not take photos at night — you don’t want to catch a wraith by mistake\! - Lock up at night since an open door is an open invitation for a poltergeist to come on in - Not get married — a big wedding banquet is just asking for ghost guests - Avoid talking about Caspers, friendly and unfriendly, during this special month as it might offend their sensitive souls ## What to read next To learn more about Asian holidays and festivals, visit our posts on the [Qixi Festival](https://www.pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/summer-lovin-the-qixi-festival), the [Dragon Boat Festival](https://www.pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-dragon-boat-festival-eat-dont-drink-but-be-merry), and [Qingming](https://www.pearlriver.com/blogs/blog/the-qingming-festival-a-time-to-honor-ancestors-and-celebrate-family).
Shard	155 (laksa)
Root Hash	14302023379042215355
Unparsed URL	com,pearlriver!/blogs/blog/the-hungry-ghost-festival-feeding-and-appeasing-hangry-haunts s443