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On Wednesday, May 6 (holiday), before the match against JEF United Ichihara Chiba, the "Walking Football Experience Exchange Meeting" will be held at AO-AKA PARK supported by Joypolis, Ajipen Square (North Square), next to the Mizuno Futsal Plaza Chofu.

People of all ages and genders, regardless of soccer experience, are welcome to participate casually.
Whether you are kicking a ball for the first time, have never played walking football before, are a fan or supporter of FC Tokyo, or a fan or supporter of JEF United Ichihara Chiba, everyone is very welcome.

You can maintain your exercise volume without overexertion, so please try it as an alternative to walking.
We look forward to your visit.
The "Walking Football Experience Exchange Meeting" is planned and operated by TOKYO SOCIAL COLLABORATION.

□Date and Time
May 6 (Wed) 11:00–13:00

□Participation Fee
Free

□Location
Mizuno Futsal Plaza Chofu
[Reference]
https://shisetsu.mizuno.jp/cho…
[Access]
290-3 Nishimachi, Chofu City, Tokyo

□Clothing and Items to Bring
・Clothing suitable for exercise
・Shoes suitable for walking (spikes not allowed)
・Drinks (only water allowed inside the court)

□Notes
This event will be held outdoors and will proceed even in light rain.

□What is Walking Football?
Walking Football is "soccer played by walking."
It is said that football for seniors aged 55 and over, held in England in July 2011, is the origin.
The Japan Football Association has introduced a unique Japanese rule called "non-contact (not going for the ball)" so that even those who have never played soccer, are not good at exercise, or have disabilities can play without fear.

□What is TOKYO SOCIAL COLLABORATION
TOKYO SOCIAL COLLABORATION is a group mainly composed of FC Tokyo fans and supporters. Through dialogue with participating members and communities, they face various issues in the local society, take action, and build a vibrant community.
Details here