In other regions such as Japan and Germany, Halloween has become popular in the context of American pop culture...

In other regions such as Japan and Germany , Halloween has become popular in the context of American pop culture.

Some Christians do not appreciate the resultant de-emphasis of the more spiritual aspects of All Hallows Eve and Reformation Day, respectively, or of regional festivals occurring around the same time (such as St Martin's Day).

Business has a natural tendency to capitalize on the holiday season's more commercial aspects, such as the sale of decorations and costumes .