Greeting
What is 44CLASH?
44CLASH is an “in-club” annual yoyo competition launched and organized by Japanese Yoyo players since 2008.
Its goal is to conduct yoyo competitions in a more relaxed environment and promote fun and enjoyment within a contest setting.
Since its debut two years ago, 44CLASH has been rapidly gaining popularity and attention worldwide as the world’s “first ever club held yoyo contest.”
From 44CLASH in 2009, we had welcomed oversea players from more than 15 countries.
History of 44CLASH
How to enjoy 44CLASH
We would like to welcome anyone who loves yo-yoing regardless of the skill level, gender, or age.
The 44CLASH fans and supporters are not only the Japanese yoyo players.
The event attracts beginners, enthusiasts, professional demonstrators and world renowned yoyo players from other countries!
Join the tournament, watch world class yoyo performances, share or learn new tricks, be reunited with old acquaintances or friends while enjoying a drink or two! 44CLASH stage events also include launching of pre-release yoyo’s and collaborations with famous apparel brands.
44CLASH and Club
When we choose the venue for 44CLASH, we stick to choosing from either clubs or live houses. This is because we consider 44CLASH as a yoyo event that the audience and players should mingle and enjoy the music and each other’s company.
We guarantee that the locations we choose have the best environment with organized stages, illumination and sound equipment.
Come and Join us in 44CLASH
Our aim is to organize an enjoyable and fruitful event for all yoyo players and guests. And to share the fun of yo-yoing not only within Japan but with yoyoers all over the world, we have decided to hold 44CLASH for the first time in two years.
So please come and join us!!
To all participants
- Since 44CLASH is a yoyo event, minor accident and injuries cannot be avoided. Please pay attention to your surroundings while playing and making sure there is no one near you. Also be careful of loose or flying yoyos.
- 44CLASH organizers, associates and venue owners will not be held liable for lost, stolen or damaged property, injury and accidents during the duration of the event.
- Except the staffs, Picture taking and Shooting of video is strictly prohibited during the event.
- Once you enter the venue, you will not be allowed to step out and re-enter again. If you leave the venue and wish to re-enter you will be required to again pay the full entrance fee.
- Please feel free to ask the staffs if there is any question at the event.
Entry
Preliminary
- Only the players (except staffs) are allowed to enter the Preliminary venue.
- For guardians of players who are entering the venue, the entrance fee is 2,000 yen per person.
Final
- All players and participants can enter.
Food and Drink
- No outside food or drink allowed. Once the staff catches anyone violating this rule, the food/drink will be confiscated and disposed.
- There will be a security check at the entrance. Please be sure to get rid of any food or drink before entering the venue.
- If there is anyone who is bringing in food or drink, the staff might ask the person to leave. Please also note that the entrance fee will not be refunded in that case.
- Drinks will be sold at both Preliminary and Final. Please purchase at the Bar in the venues.
- Food will be sold only on the day of Final. For the day of Preliminary, please help yourself at restaurants or shops near the station.
Drinking and Smoking
- Underage drinking and smoking is prohibited by law in Japan. The legal age for smoking and drinking is 20 years old. 100% ID check will be enforced; drinks will only be served after your age is verified.
- Please drink moderately. If you notice anyone who has had too much drink, approach and notify the 44CLASH staff immediately.
- There are designated smoking areas. Please refrain from smoking at the stage and other areas where a “No smoking” sign is posted.
Video/Photo shooting at the main hall (Red stage)
- During the event, Video/Photo shooting is strictly prohibited. Please also note that using SNS (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter…etc) is not allowed. Once the staff catches anyone violating this rule, the data will be deleted and the staff might ask the person to leave. The entrance fee will not be refunded in that case.
- Only the official camera will be shooting the event.
Restricted area
- There will be restricted areas (floors and rooms) in the venue. Please do not enter those areas. Once the staff catches anyone violating this rule, we might ask the person to leave from the event.
To Participants Guardians
- Guest and contestants below the age of 12 should be accompanied by parents or legal guardian.
- During the event, as smoking and drinking is allowed, and the club is dark, please keep an eye on your kids.
- During the performances/competition, yoyos might accidentally fly and hit you. Please understand that 44CLASH will not be responsible for these unavoidable accidents.
Manners
- Please turn off your mobile phones or keep them on silent mode while inside the venue.
- For those planning to bring their vehicles please note that there are no parking spaces/area available at the contest venue.
- The organizer asks for your cooperation and help in maintaining the cleanliness of the venue.
- Throw your garbage at the designated trash cans (segregate cans, pet bottles, bottles, combustibles and non combustibles) or take them with you when you leave.
- Admission fee is absolutely non refundable.
- Please take care of your own belongings. 44CLASH will not be held liable for lost or damaged property.
- Playing yoyos at the main hall is strictly prohibited.
- Cheering and applauding is generally permitted during the performances, however shouting rude, demeaning, and obscene words and comments will not be tolerated.
- Dangerous stunts that may endanger one’s self and others are also not going to be allowed.
- Audience members who violate this rule will be escorted out and contestants will be disqualified.
- There are some areas in the venue that might be very dark, please do not leave your valuables in these areas and exercise caution.
- We request parents and guardians to keep a close watch on their children.
