Okarun Costume
Channel Dandadan's resident occult nerd in his signature school uniform.
Okarun (Ken Takakura) from the hit anime and manga Dandadan is a fan-favorite choice for anime conventions and Halloween. His signature look features his classic Japanese school uniform, messy hair, and slumped posture, which can be upgraded with his striking transformed curse form mask. This guide covers how to assemble his everyday schoolboy outfit and his supernatural cursed details.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Okarun costume
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Gakuran School Uniform Jacket
A black, high-collared Japanese school uniform jacket (gakuran) with gold buttons down the front.
DIY: Use a black high-collared jacket or a black button-down shirt with gold buttons sewn on.
Matching Black Trousers
Straight-leg black dress pants matching the fabric of the gakuran jacket.
DIY: Any standard black school or dress trousers will work.
White Undershirt
A simple white crewneck t-shirt worn underneath the unbuttoned or partially buttoned jacket.
DIY: Use any plain white t-shirt from your closet.
Messy Black Wig
A short, messy black wig with slightly spiky, unkempt bangs that frame the face.
DIY: Style your natural hair with texturizing wax or pomade to look disheveled.
Cursed Form Mask
A white, skeletal, elongated mask with sharp teeth and dark eye sockets, representing his Turbo Granny curse form.
DIY: Craft the mask using lightweight EVA foam, paint it white and black, and attach an elastic strap.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain white crewneck t-shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Put on the matching black straight-leg trousers.
- 3
Slip on the black gakuran jacket, leaving the top few buttons open to show the white undershirt.
- 4
Style the messy black wig using hair wax to get Okarun's signature unkempt, nervous-nerd look.
- 5
Carry or wear the Turbo Granny curse mask, either over your face or resting on the side of your head.
- 6
Complete the look with simple black school shoes or dark sneakers.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal with pale foundation and light dark circles under the eyes to emphasize his sleep-deprived, anxious personality. Style the hair or wig to be messy, flat, and slightly parted in the front.
Okarun for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Momo Ayase in her school uniform and green knit cardigan.
- group
- Form a Dandadan group with Momo, Turbo Granny (in cat form), and Aira Shiratori.
- kids
- A simplified version with a black school jacket and messy hair spray.
- Plus size
- The loose-fitting gakuran jacket provides a comfortable, relaxed fit for all body types.
Tips
- Adopt Okarun's signature posture: slightly hunched shoulders, hands in pockets, and an anxious expression.
- If wearing the mask for long periods, ensure you drill small, hidden breathing and visibility holes near the nose and eyes.
- Keep a small alien or cryptid plush toy in your pocket as a fun, character-accurate prop.
Okarun costume FAQ
- What is Okarun's real name?
- His real name is Ken Takakura, but Momo nicknames him 'Okarun' to avoid confusion with her favorite actor.
- How do I make Okarun's mask?
- You can make it using a printable PDF template, transferring the pattern to 2mm or 4mm EVA foam, gluing the pieces together, and painting it with white and black acrylics.
- What shoes does Okarun wear?
- He wears standard Japanese school loafers (uwabaki or dark leather loafers) or simple dark sneakers.
Did you know? Okarun's design and character are heavily inspired by classic occult pop culture, contrasting Momo's belief in ghosts with his absolute obsession with UFOs and aliens.