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Rules for viewing games hosted by the 2023 season | Fukuoka Softbank Hawks

Due to the relaxation of some of the regulations required for sporting events as a countermeasure against the spread of the new coronavirus, the PayPay Dome will also change some rules from the open game on Saturday, March 4th.
While wearing a mask, you can cheer him up with your voice or stand up.
Other measures have also been partially relaxed based on the guidelines set by NPB and government policies.
For details on the spectator rules, see “Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks Spectator Rules”.


  • The content is subject to change due to changes in government/NPB guidelines and circumstances.

vocal support

When wearing a mask, it is possible to support vocally, such as singing cheering and cheering songs.
In addition, we will resume trumpet performances by the cheer squad.

Standing cheer (outside area only)

In the outer seating areas (reserved Hawks seats, reserved visitor seats, reserved outer seats, unreserved outer seats), it is possible to stand up and support.

  • Please refrain from standing up and cheering during innings (after the pitcher begins pitching) except in reserved seats for Hawks support, reserved seats for visitors, reserved outfield seats, and outfield seats not saved.

Fun with contact like some high fives and handshakes

It is possible to support with contact such as high fives and handshakes after disinfecting your hands.

At PayPay Dome, we will continue to thoroughly manage the game against the new coronavirus infection, such as managing the physical condition of our employees and ensuring an appropriate air environment and facilities.
We would like to ask the audience to cooperate with basic infection control measures such as wearing a mask and disinfecting hands.

For details, please check the “Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks Spectator Rules”.


Food, drinks and dangerous items cannot be brought into the stadium. Thank you for your understanding.

  • (1)bottles, cans
    • We do not transfer outside.
  • (2)Food and drinks coming in from outside the PayPay Dome site
    • For the purposes of preventing heatstroke and controlling physical condition, after confirming security, we will place restrictions on the following items and allow them to enter.
Allowed items Restrictions
PET bottles/paper packages Within 750ml, up to 1 bottle per person
Water bottle/tumbler Within 2L
  • Alcoholic beverages cannot be brought in.
  • You can bring in candy, gum, and pills.
  • If you have food for allergies, baby food, etc., please let the staff know at the time of bag inspection.
  • Items that are wrapped and identified as souvenirs (famous Hakata sweets, etc.) can be brought in, but are strictly prohibited inside the venue.
  • Please note that we also refuse to bring in raw vegetables and perishable foods.
  • (3)Deadly drugs, dangerous goods, fireworks/fire starters, guns and swords
  • (4)Items large enough to disturb other passengers (carrying cases, ice boxes, etc.)

There are also other items that are prohibited from entering the country.hereCheck by