Rules and Etiquette

The Following Are Prohibited

1.　Any actions that will distract the players or obstruct the Organising Committee (OC)’s running of the competition
2.　Any actions that may disturb other spectators
3.　The following are banned within the premises:
・Animals/pets
・Glass bottles, cans, alcoholic beverages (plastic bottles are permitted)
・Dangerous materials including, but not restricted to, sharp objects (e.g. scissors) and flammable items (e.g. fireworks)
4.　Entering the field of play (FOP)
5.　Throwing items onto the field of play (FOP)
6.　Any actions aside from those stated above that may be considered dangerous or disturbing
7.　The sale or promotion of any products without the prior consent of the OC
8.　Any political or religious activity
9.　The waving of flags/banners etc. at your seat (with the exception of items within 40cm×100cm that only include supportive comments and/or players’ names)
10.　Any video recording of matches (including using a video camera/mobile phone etc.)
11.　Flash photography. Please make sure the flash is turned off before taking pictures
12.　Taking photographs using a tripod/monopod or any other item that fixes the camera
13.　The use of electrical plugs within the premises
14.　Smoking anywhere other than the designated areas
15.　Disobeying the instructions of the OC

1.　If any of the prohibited activities above or requests from the OC are disobeyed you will be asked to leave the premises (no refunds will be provided)
2.　The OC will not be held responsible for any theft, burglary, accidents etc. that occur within the premises
3.　Official media may use video footage or photographs taken of spectators during the competition
4.　You may be asked to present your ID to the OC and/or consent to baggage and body checks for illegal items
5.　There are no restrictions to using whistles, drums, or stick balloons, but you must cease your activities if the referee decides they are causing a distraction to the players
6.　If you are observing a match on the 1st floor, please do not wear any clothes that may cause a distraction to the players (i.e. bright white, fluorescent, or sparkly/glittery garments)

Japan Table Tennis Association (JTTA)