In the matches during the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to the J.League common spectator manners and rules, we will proceed with preparations in accordance with the J.League COVID-19 Infection Control Guidelines newly established as a measure against the novel coronavirus infection.
There is a possibility that restrictions, transition periods, and operating methods may change suddenly depending on the spread of the new coronavirus infection, government announcements, and decisions of each local government.
□About J-League's unified prohibition rules
Provide a safe and comfortable game viewing experience for stadium visitors, FC Tokyo manages safety and security based on management regulations. When watching the game, we ask for support in accordance with the spirit of fair play, and to comply with the prohibited items in the stadium and the J-League unified prohibited rules (J-League common viewing manners & rules) and FC Tokyo management regulations.
In addition, whether the act violates the game management regulations or not, the J-League or each club will make the final decision.
If prohibited acts or acts that cause security problems as stipulated in the management regulations are committed, you may be subject to expulsion or entry ban. Furthermore, please note that you may be prohibited from entering other games at stadiums where you have committed violations.
□ Filming and use of footage inside the stadium during game broadcasts
Stadium (including concourse) for the purpose of using during the game, etc. (including portraits of individual visitors, banners, flags, chants, etc.) All or part of the video (including still images) may be used for the following purposes other than during the game, etc., so please be aware in advance.
(1) Use on the large video equipment in the stadium and various monitors installed in the venue
(2) Use in J.League and club official media
(3) Use in news programs, related media, etc.
(4) Use in video works produced by J.League or those designated by J.League (including partner companies) and various sales items, etc.
□ Things required of all visitors
(1) If it is difficult to attend, please have the courage to refrain.
・If you are not feeling well (e.g., symptoms such as fever over 37.5℃, cough, sore throat, fatigue, or abnormalities in taste and smell)
・If you have received a positive diagnosis and are under behavioral restrictions by a medical institution (including cases where you have tested positive before the diagnosis)
・If there are suspected infections among family members or close acquaintances
・If you have traveled to countries or regions that require entry restrictions or observation periods as mandated by the government within the last 14 days, and have received behavioral restrictions from public institutions
(2) Please refrain from handshakes and hugs.
(3) Please maintain social distance (during entry and exit, in restroom lines, etc.).
※Especially before the match starts and during halftime, restrooms and concession stands may be crowded, so please use them at different times if possible.
(4) Please wear a mask at the stadium.
※We recommend using non-woven fabric masks with high collection efficiency.
※As stated in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announcement, please continue to wear masks as a preventive measure even after vaccination.
※Staff will approach those not wearing masks, so we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
※Children under 2 years old are allowed to enter and watch without wearing a mask, as per the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announcement (Question 10 regarding the impact on infants and children). For preschoolers aged 2 and older, wearing a mask is recommended, but if they do wear one, parents and surrounding adults should pay close attention to the child's condition. If the child is unwell or has difficulty wearing a mask for an extended period, it is not necessary to force them to wear one. If not wearing a mask, we ask for your cooperation in other infection prevention measures, such as social distancing, along with the parents.
(5) To prevent infection from droplets caused by coughing or sneezing, please cooperate with "cough etiquette."
※When coughing or sneezing, please 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.) as much as possible.
(7) Temperature checks will be conducted at the entrance gate.
You will not be allowed to enter if your temperature is over 37.5℃. Thank you for your understanding.
□Prohibited Items
Unless deemed particularly necessary by the operations and safety manager, please refrain from bringing prohibited items as per J-League regulations and the following items 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.
・Other items that may disrupt the operation or progress of the match, or that security personnel deem may cause inconvenience or danger to others
□Entry and Exit to the Stadium
(1) All seats are reserved. There will be no organization of waiting lines to secure entry order before the opening.
Please do not form waiting lines around the stadium in advance.
The opening time is scheduled for 120 minutes before the match starts, but it may change, so please check the official website for confirmation.
(2) The entrance gate varies depending on the seat type. Please make sure to check your ticket seat type and enter through the entrance gate below.
Please note that even for the same seat type, the entrance gate may vary depending on the north side, south side, and floor level.
[B Gate]
Main SSS Reserved Seat, Main SS Reserved Seat (North Side), Main S Reserved Seat (North Side), Seat with Lounge (North Side), Main Upper Level Reserved Seat
[D Gate]
Main SS Reserved Seat (South Side) [1st Floor], Main S Reserved Seat (South Side) [1st Floor], Visitor Seat
[E1 Gate]
Lounge seat (south side), Main SS reserved seat (south side) [2nd floor], Main S reserved seat (south side) [2nd floor], Main upper level reserved seat, South side seat
[G1 Gate]
Back center reserved seat [2nd floor], Back center UF reserved seat, Back UF reserved seat, Seven Eleven seat, Back seat [2nd floor]
[H Gate]
Back center reserved seat [1st floor], back seat [1st floor, 3rd floor], home UF reserved seat, home seat
※Sales for the third tier will be based on the sales status of the first and second tiers of each stand.
(3) Temperature will be measured at the entrance gate, and entry will not be allowed if it is 37.5 degrees Celsius or higher.
No refunds will be given even if entry is refused, so please understand in advance. Also, please note that we may ask for your contact information when refusing entry.
(4) Hand sanitizers will be installed at all entrances. Please make sure to sanitize your hands.
(5) Re-entry is possible.
Re-entry gates: D Gate, E1 Gate, G1 Gate, H Gate (see diagram above)
Re-entry time: Open (scheduled for 17:00) until halftime [when temporarily leaving]
Please present your ticket at the gate to receive a re-entry card.
【Re-entry】
Please present your re-entry card at the gate.
(6) Please cooperate with infection prevention measures, such as staggering the time of leaving the field.
We may implement regulated exits depending on the congestion situation on the day, so we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
□Rules for Watching
(1) All seats are designated seats.
When watching the game, it is prohibited to move from your seat (such as moving to the front of the stand to call out to the players). Please watch the game from your own seat.
(2) The first layer of the home seats and the visitor seats can be used as standing areas for cheering.
The standing area does not require standing. It is an area where people are not asked to sit down. Standing and watching in other areas is prohibited.
(3) Spectating while wearing visitor goods is only allowed in the following areas: Erik
Visitor seats, Main SS designated seats south side, Main S designated seats south side
※Main SS designated seats south side, Main S designated seats south side are mixed areas.
(4) There are traffic regulations inside the concourse.
Visitors wearing team uniforms and merchandise are not allowed to enter the North Side Stands (1st to 3rd levels). Also, please note that those wearing FC Tokyo uniforms and merchandise are not allowed to enter the South Side Stands (1st level).
(5) Tickets will be sold by packing seats, excluding lounge seats.
□Cheering Style
(1) The following cheering actions are prohibited.
・Inciting support (excluding leading hand clapping with drums)
・Cheering with voices such as singing and whistling
・Use of megaphones including Trasta
・High fives, shoulder huddles
・Support using big flags
※Clapping and hand clapping are allowed.
※Even outside the stadium, please maintain social distance and avoid actions that pose a risk of infection, such as shouting, singing, and gathering closely together.
(2) Use of musical instruments
・Permitted musical instruments: drums only (other than drums cannot be used)
・Available seats for drums
① Home seat 1st layer area below Erik
② Visitor seat 1st layer
(3) Regarding the use of flags
・Definition of a large flag: Flag part (vertical 1m or more × horizontal 1m or more) + pole 1m or more
※If the size of the flag part and the pole is 1 meter or more in any one place, it will become a large flag.
・Area where large flags can be used
①Area below the first layer of home seats
Visitor Seat 1st Floor
*Please note that it is prohibited to ensure the safety of all visitors in places other than designated areas.
※When using a large flag, please be sure to pay attention to the surrounding customers. The organizer may prohibit bringing and using it if it is deemed to be defamatory, discriminatory, advertising, or against public order and morals, or otherwise unsuitable for the game venue.
□Posting banners (flags, banners, etc.)
Banner (flags, banners, etc.) display locations have been determined. Please refrain from displaying them in locations other than the designated ones. Please follow the instructions of the staff when displaying them.
[Banners Submission Designated Location]
◇Please refer to the PDF below for details
(1) FC Tokyo Banner Display Locations
① Front wall section of the 1st floor of the North and Back stands
② Front section of the wheelchair seating area on the 1st floor of the North and Back stands
(Limited to items under 1m in height)
To ensure the view of customers using wheelchair seats, please display them below the position of the top of the iron plate under the handrail.
Front wall of the 3rd layer of the Back Stand, North Side Stand, and South Side Stand
Only allowed to be displayed from the lower part of the handrail, and please refrain from displaying anything that obstructs the view of customers in the 2nd layer seats. (Limited to items with a height of 1m or less)
④Field Gate Side Wall
⑤North Side Stand and South Side Stand [2nd and 3rd floors] Front area of wheelchair seats in the center
(Limited to items under 1m in height)
Please display below the position of the iron plate on the lower part of the handrail.
(2) Visitor Team Banner Display Location
①Front Wall Section of South Side Stand [1st Floor]
②Front Section of Wheelchair Seating Area in South Side Stand [1st Floor]
(Limited to items under 1m in height)
Please display below the position of the iron plate on the lower part of the handrail to ensure the visibility of customers using wheelchair seats.
③ Field Gate Side Wall
[Banner Display Time]
(1) FC Tokyo Banner
For those who are preparing banners (flags, banners) in advance, please gather at "H Gate" 120 minutes before the opening.
Please note that we will also conduct temperature checks for those who have made prior preparations, and if the temperature is 37.5 degrees Celsius or higher, you will not be allowed to enter. Additionally, banners (flags, banners) can be displayed after the gates open.
(2) Visitor team's banner
will be displayed after the gates open. Pre-display is not possible.
※Please confirm with the staff in advance before posting and follow their instructions.
※The use of gum tape when attaching banners is prohibited.
□Prohibited Actions
Please refrain from engaging in any of the following actions at any facility, unless specifically deemed necessary by the J-League's management and safety personnel.
・Posting or displaying banners (flags, banners, etc.) that may be considered defamatory or discriminatory is prohibited. As a general rule of society and as a club, if we determine that it constitutes defamation or discrimination, we will remove the display items, issue a warning for the behavior, and if it continues, ask the person to leave. In addition, if such prohibited acts are committed, there may be a penalty of being banned from attending subsequent matches.
・Use of gum tape when attaching a banner.
・Bring and use confetti, streamers, and balloons.
・Use of laser pointers.
・Throwing of all objects, including stones, coins, bottles, cans, fireworks, and smoke bombs, from the stands.
・Intentional place holding (flags, ropes, tapes, flagpoles, etc.). Please click here for more information.
・No bringing or using drums, etc. or large flags outside the designated area.
・Act of "straddling, sitting, standing up" on the front fence of the stands.
- Watching and cheering by standing up on the chair or putting your feet on the backrest of the chair.
- Watching and supporting the game by leaning forward from the front of the upper stand.
・Group cheering activities in the concourse.
・Acts that may interfere with the operation or progress of the game, or may cause inconvenience or danger to others, as determined by security personnel.
□Other
・Please refrain from waiting near the player bus area or the entrance for officials.
- We cannot store baby strollers. If you come to the venue with a baby stroller, please use the baby stroller storage area near the entrance gate. We cannot take any responsibility for loss or damage.
・There is no general parking at the Japan National Stadium, so please use public transportation.
▽Click here for details on banner placement
