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2023.4.12[Match Information]

Announcement of AKRacing Pitch Side Seat Sales

We will be selling AKRacing pitch-side seats at home games of the Meiji Yasuda J1 League from May onwards.
You can enjoy watching the game from the pitch side while sitting on the high-performance chair "AKRacing" handled by the club sponsor, "Techwind Corporation"!
Experience the special seats where you can sit on comfortable chairs and enjoy the vibrant pitch up close!


□Target Match
Meiji Yasuda J1 League home games from May 2023 onwards
(Not available for sale in the Levain Cup)



□Location
Near the home side and main stand corner


[About meeting time and place]
・We are planning to gather one hour before kickoff. We will start moving to the pitch-side seats when it is time to gather. If you are late for the gathering time, please understand that you will have to wait for a while at the gathering place.
・The meeting time and meeting place for each match will be provided in the ticket sales overview for each match.



□Selling Price
We will inform you about the ticket sales details for each match.
※Various special event tickets are not eligible for coupon use.



□ Features of 'AKRacing Pitch Side Seat'
①You can watch the game while sitting on an AKRacing gaming chair!

※Please note that for the safety of spectators during the game, it is not possible to move or rotate while sitting due to the caster fixation of the gaming chair. Thank you for your understanding in advance.


②Install a roof over the player's bench to provide a rain-resistant environment!
It will be a pitch-side seat that is less likely to get wet even in rainy weather, using a roof installed on the player bench.
※Please note that there may be cases where it enters due to the wind.


③PITA is a seat installed right in front of the pitch, creating a sense of presence!
You can enjoy the excitement that you can't experience in your daily life by watching the game from a close distance to the pitch!
Players will pass right in front of you when they do a lap around the field after the match!
※You cannot take photos or videos on the pitch during the match, but you can take photos and videos outside of the match (including halftime). Please refer to the "Notes on taking photos on the pitch-side seats" below for the use of photos and videos taken on the pitch-side seats.


④National Stadium hosted AKRacing pitch-side seats are even more special!!
AKRacing pitch-side seats held at Japan National Stadium allow you to watch the game from the bench that the players actually use at Ajinomoto Stadium!
Additionally, you can use the lounge at Japan National Stadium until one hour before kickoff.
Experience the national atmosphere on the player bench sheet and enjoy watching the game comfortably from the "super" front row!!

◇National Stadium will host the Kawasaki Frontale match on May 12 (Fri). For more details about the AKRacing pitch-side seats, click here.



□Pitch-side seat precautions
・You cannot watch the game from the pitch-side seats with preschool children. We kindly ask that you purchase one seat per person.
- If you are watching the game from the pitch-side seats, there is a possibility that you may not be able to see a part of the pitch due to advertising boards, ball persons, operational staff, photographers, etc. Please purchase with this in mind.
・Due to the nature of the seats, there is a possibility that the ball may come flying. We cannot be held responsible for any injuries, so please keep your eyes on the ball at all times and be sure to pay sufficient attention to its whereabouts when seated in the pitch-side seats. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
- After being guided to the pitch-side seat, you will not be able to return to the concourse, so please complete [purchase of goods and food], [receipt of various membership benefits such as player cards] by the assembly time and come to the meeting place.
- Umbrellas are not allowed for watching the game. We will provide a roof for the player's bench, but in case of rain, please bring a poncho or raincoat and enjoy the game.
・Cheering while standing during the game is prohibited as it may obstruct the view of customers in the stands.
- Bringing in food and drinks is prohibited. You are allowed to drink water only while seated. (Please bring your own water as a measure against heatstroke)
・We may refuse entry to those who are drinking alcohol.
- Flags, game flares, and musical instruments are not allowed to be brought in. Towels, scarves, and uniforms are allowed to be worn.
- Participation with spiked shoes or high heels with pointed heels is not allowed.
・Photography and video recording on the pitch during the match are not allowed.
・Please note that we may use photos or videos taken of customers watching the game at our club or in the J-League or general media, so please be aware of this in advance.
- Please watch the game from the pitch-side seats according to the staff's guidance. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.