Toward a safe and comfortable stadium

About the event in the game against Sagan Tosu on March 8 -About the current situation and the future-

Due to the display of a banner that was deemed discriminatory during the home game against Sagan Tosu in the second round of the 2014 league season, the home game against Shimizu S-Pulse on Sunday, March 23rd will be Trial without spectators.
We would like to offer our deepest apologies to all of you who love and support Urawa Reds, as well as to everyone involved in the J.League and all those involved in sports, for the inconvenience and concern caused.

Urawa Reds must be reborn.
In addition to vigorously pushing forward with the "SPORTS FOR PEACE!" project and working to eradicate discrimination, we must also review the current rules for spectating and the way the stadium is operated, create a "safe and comfortable stadium," and bring back a passionate stadium where everyone can express their feelings.
We are currently starting such a new initiative.

Current status of rules and prohibitions

This explains the current status of Urawa Reds' local rules and prohibited items.
If there are any corrections, we will let you know.

[Regarding recent events and cases]
[1] Postings, etc.
[2] Spectating in passageways and stairs
[3] Regarding excessive seating

[Regarding recent events and cases]

  • During the second match of the AFC Champions League group stage match against Brisbane Roar FC (home) on March 4, Brisbane Roar fans watching the match in the visitor area put up a banner reading "HAVING A WHALE OF A DAY". did. The AFC fined visiting team Brisbane Roar US$2,000 on March 31 for the banner, which it said was offensive or contained political intent.
    Under AFC rules, the visiting team is responsible for the actions of the visiting team's fans and supporters.
  • On November 22, 2014, during the J1 League Round 32 home game Gamba Osaka, an incident occurred in the south side stand where a taiko drum was used without permission and continued to be used despite requests from club staff to stop, disrupting the management Trial. Two of the three involved have been banned from attending one Trial, and the remaining one has been asked to refrain from attending one Trial. Both incidents occurred at the J1 League Round 34 home game against Nagoya Grampus on December 6.
    In this case, the player used a taiko drum in the stands without applying for permission, and did not comply with requests from club staff to stop. Those wishing to use drums and other reading items must apply to the club, and then communicate with other interested parties and clubs before using them. We believe that communication between users and with the club will lead to the creation of a safe and comfortable stadium. Any behavior that the club considers to be disruptive to Trial, a nuisance to others, or that may be dangerous, as well as behavior that does not follow the instructions of club staff and officials, are prohibited. We ask for the understanding and cooperation of all visitors to the stadium. (March 3, 2015)
  • On January 24th, at a Reds Ladies home game held at Urawa Komaba Stadium, an incident occurred in which championship commemorative stickers distributed to spectators after Trial were stuck on the windows of spectators' vehicles parked in the car park on the stadium grounds, causing a nuisance.
    Although we have not been able to identify the person responsible, this type of nuisance behavior is not acceptable and is regrettable for the club.
    We ask for your understanding and cooperation from all visitors to the stadium.
  • During the match against Vissel Kobe in Round 18 of the J-League on August 2, there was a problem with a parasol. Regarding "rules and manners for spectators," it states, "Umbrellas cannot be used in the stands. Please use rain gear such as ponchos when it rains, as there is a possibility of harming other customers." Please be careful not to disturb other people when using umbrellas or parasols in the stadium grounds such as the plaza or around the stadium. (August 8)
  • During the 17th round of the J-League match against Kashima Antlers (home) on July 27, a gust of wind occurred in the south square before the gates opened. It became a dangerous situation, such as tents and other structures being blown by the wind and falling over. We would like to once again thank the supporters of both teams and many of you for supporting the setup and for helping us with the removal.
    We would also like to offer our heartfelt sympathies to those who were caught in a fallen tent, or who suffered injuries such as bruises and abrasions during the removal work.
    Based on this incident, the club has reviewed its crisis management system so that it can respond quickly in the event of an emergency. (August 8)
  • At the J-League Round 9 match against Kashiwa Reysol (away) on April 26, someone entered the stadium without following the entry rules. After identifying the person and confirming the situation, the person concerned was asked to leave. We look forward to hearing more in the future. Absolutely do not act to interfere with the operation, such as disobeying the instructions of the staff.
  • On April 22nd, the J.League revised its security-related regulations for Trial management, including clarifying the prohibition of "discriminatory, insulting, or offensive speech or behavior that violates public order and morals." In response to this, Urawa Reds revised their Trial management regulations to comply with the J.League regulations (April 25th).
  • It was later revealed that multiple color copies of the exchange ticket were used for the season ticket holder benefit (Taomahu exchange) held at the J-League Round 8 match against Kawasaki Frontale (home) on April 19. . Please refrain from such actions that violate the rules.
  • On April 16th, at the Yamazaki Nabisco Cup home game against Tokushima Vortis, an intoxicated spectator in a reserved seat in the main stand was asked to leave the venue due to causing a nuisance to the surrounding area. Alcohol intoxication is prohibited by Trial management regulations, and measures such as ejection from Trial venue may be taken. If you have any concerns, please speak to the management, security, or security staff.

[1] Postings, etc.
  • From the perspective of preventing a recurrence of the incident that occurred on March 8, 2014 and ensuring safety, the handling of posters by fans and supporters of Urawa Reds is as follows.

  Banners
*1		 decorations
*2		 Flags
*3		 Towel muffler*5 Drums, musical instruments, loudspeakers
*6		 Upbringing/ladies
*7
Decorative curtains, etc. visual Official OSC big flag
※Four		 waving flag
*8		 Other L Flag gate flag
*9		 Banners/Flags Drums, loudspeakers, etc.
2018年10月20日 Application system Application system ○ ○ Application system Application system Application system Application system - Application system ○ -
2016年9月10日 Application system Application system ○ ○ Application system Application system Application system × - Application system ○ -
2015年11月22日 Application system Application system ○ ○ Application system Application system × × - Application system ○ -
2015年7月11日 Application system Application system ○ ○ Application system × × × - Application system ○ -
2015年3月13日 Application system Application system ○ ○ - × × × - Application system ○ -
2014年11月15日 × × ○ ○ - × × × - Application system ○ -
2014年4月4日 × × × ○ - × × × - Application system ○ -
2014年4月2日 × × × × - × × × - - × -
2014年3月23日 No spectators Trial × -
2014年3月20日 × × × × - × × × - - × -
2014年3月13日 × × × × - × × × - - - -

  1. Regarding the use of banners, an application system was introduced in February 2015, and the ban was lifted on March 14, 2015 for home games and May 30, 2015 for away games. When posting, it is necessary for the applicant to apply in advance and complete the completion procedure by the club. When applying, it is premised that rules such as "expression / content" and "posting / removal method" will be observed. In addition, the posting position for each area will be adjusted between those who wish to post. Applications for the 2015 season closed in February and June.
  2. Regarding decorative banners, applications are required, but there is a possibility that different operation rules will be set for banners (February 2015). Regarding visuals, the ban was lifted on November 15, 2015 under the application system. It will be posted according to the rules.
  3. Official flags and OSC (Official Supporters Club) flags can only be displayed as flags (not using the handrail). The size of the flag is limited to ready-made size, and the flag that has been processed or sewn together cannot be used. Non-genuine poles (flag poles) can be used as long as they are within 2m in length (September 8, 2016).
  4. Regarding the use of large flags (flags with metal poles), an application system was introduced in July 2015, and the ban was lifted on July 11, 2015. When posting, it is necessary for the applicant to apply in advance and complete the completion procedure by the club. When applying, it is premised that you will comply with the "expression / content" and "operation rules".
  5. You can bring a towel scarf (it can also be attached to the handrail). However, the following items cannot be brought in.
    1. Display or suggest political, ideological or religious principles, claims or ideas
    2. Content that includes discriminatory or insulting content or expressions
    3. Items that are not recognized for the purpose of supporting or encouraging players or teams
    4. Things that may interfere with the operation of the tournament
  6. Use of reading items (drums, musical instruments, loudspeakers) is subject to application. Through interviews with supporter groups who wished to use the service, we decided to “search for a new style of support,” and since then we have continued to engage in dialogue. Since October 2014, we have continued to communicate with the club and supporter groups and between supporter groups, and use it as necessary as a voluntary initiative of supporter groups.
  7. In April 2014, the use of banners, decorations, flags, drums, musical instruments, and loudspeakers was completely lifted for training and ladies.
  8. Regarding the use of waving flags (flags that use bending poles made of vinyl chloride, etc.), an application system was introduced in October 2015, and the ban was lifted on November 22, 2015. When posting, it is necessary for the applicant to apply in advance and complete the completion procedure by the club. When applying, it is premised that you will comply with the "expression / content" and "operation rules".
  9. Regarding the use of gate flags, the ban on the use of gate flags was lifted on October 20, 2018 after a total of nine meetings over the course of two years. When posting, it is necessary for the applicant to apply in advance and complete the completion procedure by the club. When applying, it is premised that you will comply with the "expression / content" and "operation rules".

[2] Spectating in passageways and stairs

  • Spectating in the aisles and stairs is prohibited (including visiting teams).
  • Handling may be eased depending on the congestion of the spectator seats on the day. Please follow the instructions, guidance, guidance, etc. of the operation staff, security staff, and security personnel.

[3] Regarding excessive seating

  • We are working to prevent excessive seating in unreserved seats. We ask for your continued understanding and cooperation in securing sensible seats so that as many people as possible can watch the game.
  • Please stop taking too many seats in unreserved seats. Please release unnecessary seats as soon as possible.
  • Seats secured by packing tape or other items that damage the facility may be removed regardless of the number of seats.
  • We ask that seats be packed 60 minutes before kick-off. Be sure to open unnecessary seats. You do not have to be in your seat when requesting to fill the seats, but if it is determined that there are too many seats, we may take necessary measures such as issuing a warning or removing the seats.
  • Please follow the instructions, guidance, guidance, etc. of the operation staff, security staff, and security personnel.

■ What was announced on the official site ■

Line-up and entry rules for home games

About banners and reading items

Review of Trial management regulations

Current status and future

Efforts to Eliminate Discrimination

Regarding Trial without spectators

Notes on away games

Sagan Tosu game on March 8, regarding the banner display at the concourse

■Go to the page on rules and etiquette for watching the game
https://www.urawa-reds.co.jp/game/manner.php

■Go to Trial Management Regulations page
https://www.urawa-reds.co.jp/game/regulation.php

■Go to the "SPORTS FOR PEACE!" project page
https://www.urawa-reds.co.jp/game/sportsforpeace.php

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