SPECTATOR’S
MANNERS Spectator Manners

Viewing etiquette at the Japan National Stadium
The match against Kashiwa Reysol on Jun 6 (Fri) is here
The match against Gamba Osaka on Apr 25 (Fri) is here

The operation method will change partially during events and matches held outside of Ajinomoto Stadium. Please check the latest information from the game information for each match before attending.

About the Unified Prohibition Rules of the J League

To provide a safe and comfortable match viewing experience for stadium visitors, FC Tokyo conducts safety management and security based on management regulations. We ask that you support the team in accordance with the spirit of fair play, and comply with the prohibited actions within the stadium and the J-League unified prohibited rules
(J-League Common Viewing Manners & Rules) as well as the management regulations.
Please note that whether the relevant actions violate the match operation management regulations will be ultimately determined by the J-League or each club.

* If prohibited actions defined by the management regulations or actions that pose security issues are carried out, you may be subject to expulsion or a ban on entry.
Furthermore, please be aware that entry may also be prohibited to matches at stadiums other than the one where the violation occurred.

FC Tokyo Soccer Match Operation and Management Regulations

Regarding filming and video usage inside the stadium due to match broadcasts, etc.

Images taken for the purpose of use during match broadcasts, etc. inside the stadium (including concourses)
(including individual portraits of attendees, banners, flags, chants, and other productions) in whole or in part (including still images) may be used for purposes other than match broadcasts, etc., as outlined below. Thank you for your understanding in advance.

  • Use of large video screens inside the stadium and various monitors installed in the venue
  • Use in J.League and club official media
  • Use in news programs and related media
  • Use in video works and various sales items produced by the J League or those designated by the J League
    (including partner companies)

Prohibited Items

Please refrain from bringing prohibited items as specified by the J League, as well as the items listed in the following sections, unless deemed particularly necessary by the management and safety officer.

  • Bottles and cans (The contents of bottles and cans must be transferred to paper cups at the entrance gate before entry)
    * Plastic bottles are allowed to be brought in.
  • Items that security personnel recognize as likely to interfere with the operation or progress of other matches, or to cause inconvenience or danger to others.

Entry and Exit to the Stadium

The opening hours and entry gates, as well as the re-entry gates, may change depending on ticket sales and event occurrences.
Additionally, the status of AO-AKA PARK may vary depending on the match, so please check the game information for each match.

Opening Time

Priority entry will be provided for SOCIO and corporate annual ticket purchasers prior to the general admission.

  • SOCIO Gate Opening (including corporate annual ticket purchasers)
    2 hours and 25 minutes before kickoff
  • General Admission
    2 Hours Before Kickoff

Entrance Gate

For a certain period after the gates open, the types of seats that can be accessed will be restricted by gate. If you plan to enter early, please check your seat type and the gate you can enter.

[Entry Restrictions]

  • Keio (Main 3) GateMain SSS Reserved Seats, Main SS Reserved Seats, Main S Reserved Seats, Back Center UF Reserved Seats, Back Center Reserved Seats, Back UF Reserved Seats, Home UF Reserved Seats, Back Reserved Seats, South Side Free Seats, Wheelchair Home Main Back Free Seats, Wheelchair North Stand Free Seats, Wheelchair Mix Free Seats, Wheelchair Visitor Free Seats, Universal Free Seats
  • Amino Vital (Gate 2)Home Free Seating
  • Back 2 GateMain SSS Reserved Seats, Main SS Reserved Seats, Main S Reserved Seats, Back Center UF Reserved Seats, Back Center Reserved Seats, Back UF Reserved Seats, Home UF Reserved Seats, Back Reserved Seats, South Side Free Seats
  • Gate South 1For those with tickets for the visitor seats, main SS designated seats on the south side, and main S designated seats on the south side who are supporting the visiting team

Queue Lottery Entry

Regarding the operation of the entry waiting line, we will introduce a ticket reservation system using the "FC Tokyo Official App" for general admission (SOCIO and general).
The entry waiting line is for organizing the order of entry at the time of gate opening.
Even if you arrive between the gate opening and kickoff time, SOCIO members can use the SOCIO priority entry, and there will be seats available for all ticket holders. Not everyone is required to participate in the lottery.
Please determine your arrival time based on your viewing preferences.

[Lottery Entry Period and Result Notification Date]

  • Issuance of tickets and cancellations, as well as re-entry, will not be possible after the above lottery entry period has ended.
  • The ticket number is not on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, the time of your lottery entry does not affect the lottery results.

Queue Management (For Home Free Seats)

The waiting line for entry is to organize the order of entry at the time of opening.
Even if you arrive after the gates open and in time for kickoff, there will be seats available for you, so it is not necessary to line up.
Please determine your arrival time according to your preferred way of watching the game.

  • If you have a numbered ticket from the lottery entry
    Please prepare your previously obtained numbered ticket and line up in the waiting area (see the waiting area below) 20 minutes before the designated opening time (refer to the lining up method in the waiting area below). Those who are not present during the line organization will have their numbered tickets invalidated.
  • If you do not have a numbered ticket
    You can line up at the back starting 4 hours before kickoff. Once you have lined up, you may leave the line. Please return to the waiting area 20 minutes before the designated opening time.
  • After gathering 20 minutes before the gate opens, you cannot leave the line until entry. Please line up with this in mind.
  • If there are any changes to the opening time and gathering time, we will inform you on the FC Tokyo Official Homepage.

  • For SOCIO Members

    SOCIO Members

  • General Public

  • 〇How to line up in the waiting area
    A rope marked with your assigned number is set up as a guide, so please line up with your companions at the location marked with your assigned number.

Queue Management (For Reserved Seat Holders)

① Organization of the waiting line inside the venue

Please line up in the waiting area at the main gate, back gate, and South Gate 1 starting 4 hours before kickoff. After securing your spot, you may leave the waiting line.

  • Main Gate

  • 〇 Back Gate

  • Gate 1 South (Visitor Seating)

Re-entry

Re-entry is possible from the gate below.
Re-entry gates: Main Gate 4, Back Gate 1, Back Gate 3
Re-entry hours: From SOCIO opening until halftime. Please present your ticket at the gate during temporary exit to receive a re-entry card.
Please present your re-entry card at the gate for re-entry.

At the time of ejection

We will not implement a ban on attendance, but we ask for your cooperation in measures to prevent spectators, such as staggering the time.

Viewing Rules

Standing Area

The home free seating lower area and the visitor seating lower area can be used as standing areas for cheering. The standing area does not require standing. It is an area where you will not be asked to "please sit down" if you are standing. Standing while watching is prohibited in other areas.

Visitor Merchandise Wearable Area

Viewing while wearing visitor merchandise is only allowed in the areas below.

  • ・Visitor Seats
  • ・Main SS Reserved Seats South Side
  • ・Main S Reserved Seats South Side
  • ・Wheelchair Mixed Free Seating
  • ・Wheelchair Visitor Free Seating
  • * The main SS designated seats on the south side and the main S designated seats on the south side, as well as the wheelchair mixed free seating, will be a mixed area.
  • * Wearing visitor goods outside the above area and supporting the visiting team is not allowed at all.
  • * Please note that the main SSS designated seats are cheering sections for FC Tokyo, regardless of whether they are on the north or south side.
  • If there are any changes to the above viewing rules, we will inform you in the ticket sales overview for each match.

About the Display of Banners (Flags, Tapestries)

The display locations for banners (flags, horizontal banners) have been determined. Please refrain from displaying them in locations other than the specified ones. Please follow the instructions of the staff when displaying.

■Designated Location
Banner (flags, banners) display locations within the stadium
FC Tokyo Banner
  • Home Free Seating Lower Stand, Back Seats Lower Stand, Back Center Seats Lower Stand (partially), South Side Free Seating Lower Stand (partially)
  • Home free seating upper stand, middle aisle of the upper stand on the back side, and the handrail section of the top row
  • The South Side General Admission seats will be sold depending on the ticket availability of other seat types, so there may be cases where they are not available for certain matches. In such cases, please note that banners cannot be displayed.
Visitor Team Banner
  • Front row of the lower visitor seating stand
  • Upper aisle of the visitor seating stand,
    and the railing section of the top tier
  • Due to ticket sales conditions, some areas cannot be displayed as the upper stands will not be opened.
    Please confirm with the staff and follow their instructions before displaying.
  • Posting on the wall sections of the uppermost tier of the North Side Stand and South Side Stand is only permitted if FC Tokyo approves.
■Display Time
  • For those preparing banners (flags, banners) for FC Tokyo, please gather at the "Euro Sports Ajinomoto Stadium Store" inside the stadium grounds 120 minutes before the gates open.

    Additionally, it is possible to display banners (flags, streamers) after the gates open.
  • Visitor team's banner
    Will be displayed after the gates open. Early display is not allowed.
    • Please confirm with the staff in advance and follow their instructions when posting.
    • The use of duct tape is prohibited when installing banners.

About the Use of Instruments

Only the home free seating lower tier and visitor seating lower tier are available for use.
Please refrain from using musical instruments in other areas.

Regarding the Use of Large Flags

Definition of a large flag: Flag part (at least 1m vertical × at least 1m horizontal) + pole at least 1m

  • If the size of the flag part and the pole is 1 meter or more in any one place, it will be considered a large flag.
    However, the L flag is not included in the large flag.

Area where large flags can be used: Home free seating lower section and visitor seating lower section

  • Please note that the use of areas outside the designated zone is prohibited to ensure the safety of all attendees.
  • When using large flags, please be careful of the surrounding customers.
    The organizer may prohibit the bringing in and use of items that are deemed to be defamatory, slanderous, racist, for advertising purposes, contrary to public order and morals, or otherwise inappropriate for the match venue.

Installation and use of temporary handrails at the front of the standing area

Installation and use are only possible if approved by FC Tokyo, provided that the following conditions are met.

  • Please make sure to cover the facility structure with cloth or similar materials.
  • FC Tokyo will not be held responsible in the event of damage to the facility structure.

Prohibited Actions

Unless deemed particularly necessary by the management and safety officer, please absolutely refrain from any acts prohibited by the J League and the acts listed in the following items at any facility.

  • The display of banners (flags, horizontal banners, etc.) or actions that could be perceived as defamation or discrimination is prohibited. As a general rule of common sense,
    if our club determines that something falls under defamation or discrimination, we will remove the displayed items and issue a warning for the actions,
    and if the behavior does not stop, you will be asked to leave. Additionally, if such prohibited actions occur, there may be a ban on entry for subsequent matches
    that you will need to comply with.
  • Use of duct tape when installing banners.
  • Bringing in and using confetti, paper tape, and balloons.
  • Use of laser pointers.
  • Throwing of all objects including stones, coins, bottles, cans, fireworks, and smoke bombs from the stands.
  • Intentional reservation of space (flags, strings, tapes, flagpoles, etc.).Please check here for more details.
  • Use of megaphones directed towards the pitch. Only permitted when the purpose is to control cheering towards the stands.
  • Bringing and using drums and large flags in the main stand, back stand, and upper goal stand.
    (Allowed only in the home free seating lower stand goal area and the visitor seating lower stand goal area)
  • Actions such as "stepping over, sitting, standing up" on the front fence of the stand.
  • Stand up from the chair or rest your feet on the back of the chair while watching and cheering.
  • Watching and cheering from the front of the upper stands.
  • Group cheering activities in the concourse.
  • Acts recognized by security personnel as obstructing the operation or progress of the match, or likely to cause inconvenience or danger to others.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please also check the FAQ.

  • Q.Is there a parking lot at Ajinomoto Stadium?
    A.There are no parking facilities available for the general public during FC Tokyo home games.
    Please use public transportation to attend. Also, please do not park at nearby facilities or on the street.
  • Q.Is there a bicycle parking lot at Ajinomoto Stadium?
    A.There are. The availability of bicycle parking varies depending on the match, so please check the latest game information.
  • Q.What time can we enter the stadium?
    A.Entry is allowed 2 hours before kickoff.
    Please check the latest information from the game information for each match, as it may change depending on the ticket sales status.
  • Q.Can food and drinks be brought into the stadium?
    A.You are allowed to bring in items. However, cans and bottles are not permitted, so please transfer your drinks into paper cups at the entrance gate.
  • Q.Can I re-enter?
    A.Re-entry is allowed from gate opening until halftime. Please check the re-entry gate here.
  • Q.Is there a nursing room in the stadium?
    A.There are provisions available on both the home side and the back side.
    If you would like to use this service, please speak to a nearby staff member.
  • Q.Can I bring a stroller, or can I check it in?
    A.You are allowed to bring items. If you bring them to your seat, please be considerate not to obstruct the passage of other guests. Additionally, you can also leave your items at the general information desks on the main side and back side. Please ask a nearby staff member for assistance.
  • Q.Is there a changing mat available?
    A.All men's and women's restrooms in the stadium concourse are equipped with baby changing tables.
  • Q.Are there wheelchair seats available?
    A.We have arrangements in place. No prior reservation is necessary, so please purchase tickets for your desired viewing area in advance before your visit. For more details, please see here
  • Q.I left something at the stadium. Please let me know the contact information.
    A.Please contact the Ajinomoto Stadium Disaster Prevention Center.
    【TEL】042-440-0461 (Reception hours 9:30 AM - 6:15 PM)
    For lost items on the day of the match, please inquire at the general information desk.
  • Q.Is there a smoking area?
    A.

    There is a setup outside the stadium. Please check here for the installation location. Please note that smoking is prohibited inside the stands and concourse.

    *Please note that the schedule may change depending on the match date.

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