Removal of large-sized monitor in “Fan Zone” due to typhoon approach Yokohama 10/10 15:52

With the approach of Typhoon No. 19, Yokohama's “Fan Zone” where you can enjoy public viewing of the Rugby World Cup Japan tournament will be canceled this weekend, and work to temporarily remove large monitors I was broken.

“Fan Zone” is a space where you can enjoy public viewing of the Rugby World Cup and eating and drinking, etc. In Kanagawa Prefecture, it is set up in Rinko Park in Nishi-ku, Yokohama.

Although many fans were expected to gather this weekend, Kanagawa Prefecture and Yokohama City, which operate the venue, are running on the 12th and 13th of this weekend due to the increased risk of Typhoon No. 19 approaching. Decided to cancel the zone.

At the venue, in the morning of the 10th, work was done to temporarily remove the large 380-inch monitor that shows the game.

The tent that can accommodate about 500 people will be temporarily removed on the 11th.

After the typhoon has passed, Yokohama City will confirm the safety and set up the venue again.

Yokohama City said, “This is a measure that puts safety first. We will set up a fan zone again after the typhoon, so we would like many people to come again after the 19th of next weekend.”