[Updated: 8/7]
Added information about the display of banners (flags and horizontal banners).
Since this match will be held at the Japan National Stadium, some viewing manners will be different.
□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 as well as the J-League unified prohibited rules (J-League Common Viewing Manners & Rules) and management regulations.
Please note that the final judgment on whether the relevant actions violate the match management regulations will be made by the J-League or each club.
If prohibited actions defined in 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 outside the stadium where violations occurred.
◇FC Tokyo Match Management Regulations can be found here
□Regarding filming and use of footage inside the stadium during the match broadcast
Images (including still images) captured for the purpose of broadcasting during matches inside the stadium (including the concourse) that feature attendees' individual portraits, banners, flags, chants, and other creations may be used for purposes other than match broadcasts as outlined below, so please be aware in advance.
(1) Use on large video screens 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 video works produced by the J.League or those designated by the J.League (including partner companies) and various sales items.
□Prohibited Items
Unless deemed necessary by the management and safety officer, please refrain from bringing prohibited items as per the J League's unified prohibitions and the items listed in the following sections into the facility.
・Bottles and Cans
Please transfer the contents of bottles and cans into paper cups at the entrance gate before entering.
*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.
□About Entry and Exit to the Stadium
(1)Opening Time
【General Admission】
17:00 (Scheduled)
This match has reserved seating only, so early entry for SOCIO and corporate season ticket holders will not be implemented.
(2)Entry Gates
The entry gate varies depending on the type of ticket. Please enter through the gate that corresponds to your ticket type. Even for the same seat type, the entry gates differ by north side, south side, and level, so please be careful.
[B Gate]
Main SSS Reserved Seats, Main SS Reserved Seats North Side (1st Level), Main S Reserved Seats North Side (1st Level)
[D Gate]
Main SSS Reserved Seats, Main SS Reserved Seats South Side (1st Level), Main S Reserved Seats South Side (1st Level), Visitor Reserved Seats
[H Gate]
Back Center Reserved Seats (1st Level), Back Seats (1st Level), Home Reserved Seats (1st Level), South Side Seats (1st Level)
【A1 Gate】
Main SS Reserved Seats North Side (2nd Level), Main S Reserved Seats North Side (2nd Level), Back Center UF Reserved Seats, Back Center Reserved Seats (2nd Level), Back UF Reserved Seats, Seven-Eleven Seats, Back Reserved Seats (2nd Level), Home UF Reserved Seats, Home Reserved Seats (2nd Level), Terrace Seats, NewBalance Lounge Seats, AK Racing Pitchside Seats
【E1 Gate】
Main SS Reserved Seats South Side (2nd Level), Main S Reserved Seats South Side (2nd Level), South Side Reserved Seats (2nd Level)
Cushioned Seats, GOLD Premium Seats
【A2・A6 Gate】
Main Upper Tier Reserved Seats, Back Reserved Seats (3rd Tier), Home Reserved Seats (3rd Tier)
【E2・E6 Gate】
Main Upper Tier Reserved Seats, Back Reserved Seats (3rd Tier), South Side Reserved Seats (3rd Tier)
Note: South side reserved seats will be sold depending on the sales status of other seat types.
(3) Re-entry is allowed
【Re-entry Gate】
Gate B, Gate D, Gate F, Gate H, Gate A1, Gate E1
【Re-entry Time】
Gates Open (Scheduled for 17:00) - Until Half-Time
[During Temporary Exit]
Please present your ticket at the gate, and a re-entry card will be issued.
[Re-entry]
Please present your re-entry card at the gate.
(4) Waiting Line Lottery Entry
Since all seats are reserved, it will not be conducted.
Please do not form a waiting line around the stadium in advance.
□Viewing Rules
(1) All seats are reserved
When watching the game, moving from your seat is prohibited (such as moving to the front of the stands to call out to players). Please watch the game from your own seat.
(2) Standing Area
The first tier of the home seats and the first tier of the visitor seats are standing areas where you can stand and cheer. The standing area does not force standing. It is an area where people standing will not be told to "please sit down." Continuous standing in other areas is prohibited.
(3) Areas Where Visitor Goods Can Be Worn
Wearing visitor goods is only allowed in the following areas.
・Visitor seats
・Main SS Reserved Seats South Side
・Main S Reserved Seats South Side
・Cushioned Seats
* The Main SS Reserved Seats South Side, Main S Reserved Seats South Side, and Cushioned Seats are mixed areas.
* Wearing visitor goods or supporting the visitor team outside the above areas is strictly prohibited.
* Please note that the Main SSS Reserved Seats, both north and south sides, are FC Tokyo cheering seats.
(4) Passage Restrictions in the Concourse
Those wearing visitor team uniforms or goods are not allowed to pass through the North Side Stand (tiers 1 to 3). Also, those wearing FC Tokyo uniforms or goods are not allowed to pass through the South Side Stand visitor reserved seat area (tiers 1 to 3), so please be careful.
(5) Display of Banners (Flags and Horizontal Banners)
The display locations for banners (flags, banners, etc.) 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 Banner Submission Location]
◇For more detailsclick here
[FC Tokyo Banner Display Locations]
①North Side Stand Front Wall Section
②Back Side Stand Front Wall Section (limited to items below 1m in height)
③North Side Stand and Back Stand [Level 1] Wheelchair Seating Area Front Section (limited to items below 1m in height)
Please display below the position of the upper part of the iron plate under the handrail to ensure visibility for customers using wheelchair seats.
④ Back Stand, North Side Stand, South Side Stand (South Side Reserved Seat Area) [3rd Level] Front Wall Section
* Only displays from the lower part of the handrail are allowed, and please refrain from displays that obstruct the view of customers in the two-tier seating. (Limited to items below 1m in height)
⑤ Field gate side wall
⑥ North side stand [2nd and 3rd tiers]・South side stand (designated seating area on the south side) [3rd tier] front area of the wheelchair seating area (limited to items below 1m in height)
Please display below the position of the upper part of the iron plate located under the handrail.
【Visitor Team Banner Display Locations】
① Front wall section of the South Side Stand (Visitor Area) [Level 1]
② Front section of the wheelchair seating area in the center of the South Side Stand (Visitor Area) [Levels 2 & 3] (limited to items under 1m in height)
Please display below the position of the upper part of the iron plate under the handrail to ensure visibility for customers using wheelchair seats.
3rd Field Gate Side Wall
[Banner Display Time]
①FC Tokyo's banners
For those preparing banners (flags, banners), please gather in front of the "H Gate" 120 minutes before the gates open. Displaying banners (flags, banners) after the gates open is also possible.
②Visitor team banners
will be displayed after the gates open. Pre-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.
(6) Use of Musical Instruments
The use of musical instruments is not allowed outside the designated area.
・Seats where drums can be used
① Home designated seating first level in the area below
2. Visitor Reserved Seats
(7) 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 and the pole is 1 meter or more at any one point, it will be considered a large flag. However, L flags are not included as large flags.
・Area where large flags can be used
① Home designated seating first tier in the area below
②Visitor Reserved Seats
* Please understand that it is prohibited in areas outside the designated area 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.
□Prohibited Actions
Please refrain from any actions that are universally prohibited by the J League and the actions listed in the following items, unless deemed particularly necessary by the management and safety personnel 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 matter of common sense in society and as a club, if we determine that something falls under defamation or discrimination, we will remove the displayed items, issue a warning for the actions, and if they do not stop, we will ask them to leave. Additionally, if such prohibited actions occur, there may be a ban on entry for subsequent matches.
・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.). For more details, please check here.
・Bringing in and using drums and large flags outside of the designated area.
・Actions such as "crossing over, sitting, standing up" on the front fence of the stand.
・Stand up from the chair or place your feet on the backrest while watching or cheering.
・Watching and cheering from the front of the upper stands.
・Group cheering activities in the concourse.
Acts recognized by security personnel as likely to disrupt the operation or progress of the match, or to cause inconvenience or danger to others.
□Others
・Please refrain from waiting near the player bus area and the entrance for officials.
・We cannot store strollers. Please use the stroller parking area near the entrance gate if you arrive with a stroller. We cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage.
・There is no public parking at the Japan National Stadium, so please use public transportation.
