In matches during the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to the existing J-League common viewing manners & rules, we will proceed with preparations in accordance with the newly established "J-League COVID-19 Response Guidelines" for measures against the novel coronavirus infection.
Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection, government announcements, and decisions by local governments, there may be sudden changes in restrictions, transition periods, and operational methods.
□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 items within the stadium as well as the J League Unified Prohibited Rules (Common Viewing Manners & Rules) and FC Tokyo Match Management Regulations.
Please note that whether the relevant actions violate the match 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.
□Regarding filming and use of footage inside the stadium during the match broadcast
Images captured inside the stadium (including the concourse) for the purpose of broadcasting the match
(including individual portraits of attendees, banners, flags, chants, and other creations) may be used in whole or in part (including still images) for purposes other than match broadcasting, so please be aware in advance.
(1) Use on large video displays inside the stadium and various monitors installed within the venue
(2) Use in J.League and club official media
(3) Use in news programs and related media
(4) Use in productions and various sales items created by the J.League or those designated by the J.League (including partner companies)
□Requirements for All Attendees
(1) Please refrain from attending if it is difficult, and have the courage to do so.
・If you are not feeling well (e.g., symptoms such as a fever of 37.5℃ or higher, cough, sore throat, fatigue, abnormal taste or smell)
・If you have tested positive and are under activity restrictions by medical institutions (including those who have tested positive before diagnosis)
・If someone in your household or close acquaintances is suspected of being infected
・If you have traveled to countries or regions subject to entry restrictions or observation periods by the government within the past 14 days and are under activity restrictions by public authorities
(2) Please do not shake hands or hug.
(3) Please maintain social distancing (when entering/exiting, lining up for restrooms, etc.).
※ Restrooms and concession stands tend to be crowded especially just before the match starts and during halftime, so please try to use them at other times if possible.
(4) Please wear a mask at the stadium at all times.
※ We recommend non-woven fabric masks with high filtration efficiency.
※ As announced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, please continue to wear masks as an infection prevention measure even after vaccination.
※ Staff will remind those not wearing masks, so we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
※ Infants under 2 years old may enter and watch without wearing masks as per the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announcement (regarding effects on infants and children, question 10). Mask wearing is recommended for preschool children aged 2 and above, but if masks are worn, guardians and surrounding adults should carefully monitor the child's condition. If the child is unwell or cannot wear a mask continuously, there is no need to force mask wearing. If masks are not worn, please cooperate with other infection prevention measures such as social distancing together with guardians.
(5) Please cooperate with "cough etiquette" to prevent infection from droplets caused by coughing or sneezing.
When coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with a mask, tissue, handkerchief, or sleeve.
(6) Please wash your hands and disinfect your fingers frequently.
From an infection prevention perspective, please bring your own disinfectant (portable bottles, etc.) if possible.
(7) Temperature checks will be conducted at the entrance gates.
Entry will be denied if your temperature is 37.5℃ or higher. Thank you for your understanding.
□ Prohibited Items
Please do not bring into the facility any items prohibited by the J.League unified ban or the following items unless specifically approved by the operations and safety manager.
・Bottles and cans
※ Please transfer the contents of bottles and cans into paper cups at the entrance gate before entering.
※ Plastic bottles are allowed.
・Other items that security staff determine may interfere with match operations or progress, cause inconvenience or danger to others
□ About the Entrance Waiting Line
With the establishment of the free seating area, we will organize the entrance waiting lines. Details will be announced once finalized.
□ Stadium Entry and Exit
(1) Priority entry will be given to SOCIO members and corporate season ticket holders before general admission.
【SOCIO Entry (including corporate season ticket holders)】
12:45 (scheduled)
【General Admission】
13:00 (scheduled)
(2) 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]
・Main Gate 3: All Reserved Seats
・Gate 2 North: Home UF Reserved Seats, Home Free Seats
・Back 2 Gate: Back Center UF Reserved Seats, Back Center Reserved Seats, Back UF Reserved Seats, Back Free Seats, South Side Free Seats, Seven-Eleven Seats
・Gate South 1: For those with tickets for the visitor free seating, main SS designated seats on the south side, and main S designated seats on the south side who are supporting the visiting team.
(3) Temperature will be measured at the entrance gate, and entry will not be allowed if it is 37.5 degrees Celsius or higher.
Even if entry is denied, refunds will not be issued, so please understand this in advance. Additionally, we may ask for your contact information when denying entry.
(4) Hand sanitizers will be installed at all entrances. Please be sure to sanitize your hands.
Please bring hand sanitizer in a portable bottle and disinfect your hands frequently for infection prevention.
(5) Re-entry is allowed.
Re-entry Gates: Main Gate 4, Back Gate 1, Back Gate 3 (see above)
Re-entry Hours: SOCIO Opening (scheduled for 12:45) to Halftime [during temporary exit]
Please present your ticket at the gate to receive your re-entry card.
[Re-entry]
Please present your re-entry card at the gate.
(6) We will not implement regulated exits, but we ask for your cooperation in infection prevention measures, such as staggering your time.
□Viewing Seats
(1) Home free seating lower tier and visitor free seating lower tier can be used as standing areas for cheering.
The standing area does not require standing. It is an area where you will not ask those who are standing to "please sit down." Standing while watching is prohibited in other areas.
(2) Watching the game while wearing visitor goods is only allowed in the following areas.
Visitor free seating, Main SS designated seating south side, Main S designated seating south side
Note: The main SS designated seats on the south side and the main S designated seats on the south side are mixed areas.
(3)Seating in all areas will be completed in a checkerboard pattern, and seating will be arranged closely together.
Support Style
(1) The following cheering activities are prohibited.
・Encouraging support (excluding leading hand clapping with drums)
・Support by singing and vocal cheering, whistling
・Use of megaphones including trasta
・High fives, arm linking
・Support using big flags
* Applause and hand clapping are permitted.
* Even outside the stadium, please ensure social distancing and avoid behaviors that pose infection risks, such as loud vocalizations, singing, cheering, and crowding.
(2) Regarding the Use of Noisemakers
・Available instruments: Drums only (no instruments other than drums can be used)
・Seats where drums can be used: Home free seating lower level and Visitor free seating lower level
(3) Regarding the Use of Large Flags
・Definition of large flag: Flag part (at least 1m vertical × at least 1m horizontal) + pole at least 1m
If the size of the flag part or the pole is 1 meter or more at any one point, it will be considered a large flag.
・Area where large flags can be used: Home free seating lower section and visitor free seating lower section
* Please note that it is prohibited to ensure the safety of all attendees in areas outside the designated area.
* When using large flags, please be careful of the surrounding customers.
The organizer may prohibit the bringing in and use of items deemed inappropriate for the match venue, including but not limited to defamation, slander, racism, advertising purposes, or anything contrary to public order and morals.
□ Regarding the display of banners (flags, horizontal banners, etc.)
The display locations for banners (flags, horizontal banners, etc.) have been decided. Please refrain from displaying them in locations other than the designated areas. Please follow the instructions of the staff when displaying.
[Designated Banner Submission Location]
【Banner Display Time】
・FC Tokyo Banner
Please gather at the "Euro Sports Ajinomoto Stadium Store Triangle Square" inside the stadium grounds 120 minutes before the opening for those preparing banners (flags, banners). Temperature checks will also be conducted for those preparing, and entry will not be permitted if the temperature is 37.5 degrees Celsius or higher, so please be aware in advance. Additionally, displaying banners (flags, banners) after the opening is also possible.
・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 when installing banners is prohibited.
□Prohibited Actions
Unless deemed particularly necessary by the management and safety personnel, please refrain from any actions that are considered J-League unified prohibited actions and the following acts in any facility.
・Displaying or engaging in banners (flags, banners, etc.) that could be perceived as slander or discrimination is prohibited. As a general rule and as determined by our club, if something is judged to be slanderous or discriminatory, we will remove the displayed items, issue a warning for the actions, and if they do not stop, they will be asked to leave. Additionally, if such prohibited actions occur, there may be a ban on entry for subsequent matches.
・Use of tape when attaching banners.
・Bringing in and using confetti, paper tape, and balloons.
・Use of laser pointers.
・Throwing any objects from the stands, including stones, coins, bottles, cans, fireworks, and smoke bombs.
・Deliberate reservation of space (flags, strings, tape, flagpoles, etc.).
・Bringing in and using drums and large flags outside designated areas.
・Actions such as "straddling, sitting, or standing" on the front fence of the stands.
・Standing on chairs or resting feet on the backrest of chairs while watching or cheering.
・Leaning over from the front of the upper stands while watching or cheering.
・Group cheering activities in the concourse.
・Any actions recognized by security personnel as obstructing the operation or progress of the match, or that may cause inconvenience or danger to others.
□Others
・Please refrain from waiting near the player bus area and the entrance for officials.
・If you wish to leave a stroller, please inform the staff at the entrance.
・There is no public parking at Ajinomoto Stadium, so please use public transportation.
