Health & Safety
健康と安全

Check this page for updates about health and safety recommendations.

Our community’s well-being is extremely important to us, and creating a safe, worry-free event is our top priority. We will adjust our health and safety protocols as needed while updating this page with information about plans for our attendees onsite. We continue to look to local municipality guidelines to make the best and most informed decisions around onsite safety and requirements. All in-person attendance requirements are subject to change based on local guidelines.

健康と安全に関する推奨事項に関する最新情報については、このページをご確認ください。

私たちにとってコミュニティの幸福は非常に重要であり、安全で心配のないイベントを作成することが私たちの最優先事項です。必要に応じて健康と安全のプロトコルを調整し、現地の参加者向けのプランに関する情報をこのページに更新します。私たちは引き続き、地方自治体のガイドラインを参考にして、現地会場における安全性と要件に関して最善かつ十分な情報に基づいた決定を行います。対面での参加要件はすべて、現地のガイドラインに基づいて変更される場合があります。

COVID-19

Masks are recommended, but not required, to attend this event. There are no vaccine or testing requirements to attend this event. These are both subject to change based on local municipality requirements and any changes in COVID-19.

If you are traveling to Japan, review the entry requirements from your country of origin here. With the ever-changing COVID-19 guidelines, we highly suggest visiting the Ministry of Health, Labour & Welfare (MHLW) website regularly for the most up-to-date information as your trip nears. The requirements may change so continue to check back regularly.

We encourage all attendees to take a COVID-19 self-test prior to traveling to the event and when they return home. Remain at home if you test positive or feel ill.

Masks

We encourage high-risk individuals, and those with family or colleagues who are at a higher risk of getting COVID-19, to consider wearing a high-quality mask recommended by health agencies. We also ask that you respect those around you who choose to wear a mask. A limited number of masks will be available upon request at Registration onsite.

Vaccines

We encourage flu shots, COVID-19 vaccination and boosters to reduce the threat of illness.

Onsite Personal Protection

• If you feel ill while at the event, please take a COVID-19 self-test and isolate as needed.
• Hand sanitizing stations will be available throughout the event venue.
• A limited supply of face masks will be available upon request at Registration.
• We respectfully remind all attendees, speakers, sponsors, and staff to:
  • Stay home if you experience any cold or flu-like symptoms.
  • Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.
  • Stay healthy! Engage in responsible health practices such as avoiding touching eyes/nose/mouth with unwashed hands.

Food Allergies

The Linux Foundation believes it’s essential to prioritize the safety and well-being of all attendees, including those with food allergies.

• We aim to provide a variety of choices to cater to various needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and peanut-free.
• All food items will be clearly labeled at the event, indicating the ingredients used and any potential allergens present.

If you have a food allergy we need to be aware of, please email us at events@linuxfoundation.org.

Attendee safety is our top priority. Always exercise common sense and good judgment when traveling.

General Safety

• When walking around the city, remember to take off your conference badge.
• Safety in numbers: Exploring the city can be safer when done with a friend or colleague.
• Walk with purpose and stick to well-lit areas and on main streets.  
• If alone after dark, use a ride service such as Lyft, Uber or a taxi. 
• Save the address and phone number of where you’re staying in your phone.
• Be aware of your surroundings and keep your eyes up and not on your phone.
• If something doesn’t feel right, walk into a business/hotel for help.
• Be careful and alert when using a cash machine.
• Carry your purse or wallet safely. Purses should be closed and held in front of your body. Wallets should be carried in a front pants pocket or in an interior jacket pocket.

When Visiting Any Venue

• Know where you are; the venue name, street address or cross street.
• Take a moment to identify at least two exit routes from any building or event and emergency exit signs.
• If an alarm sounds, evacuate immediately. Follow directions from First Responders and venue staff.
• Do not carry any unnecessary valuables with you, or leave personal items unattended.
• Do not leave drinks unattended, or accept open drinks or food products from strangers.

Emergency Evacuations

• In the event of an emergency evacuation, make your way quickly and calmly to an emergency exit. Be aware of any hazards or dangers around you and proceed to a safe area.
• Follow the advice of venue staff, security personnel and First Responders.
• Do not put yourself in danger by stopping to collect belongings unless directed by First Responders.

Medical Resources

Hospital

Toranomon Hospital

2 Chome-2-2 Toranomon, Minato City, Tokyo 105-8470, Japan

Hospital Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:30 to 17:15
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Emergency Outpatient Hours
Monday – Friday: 17:15 to 8:30
Saturday & Sunday: Open 24 hours

+81 3-3588-1111

2-min drive

8-min walk

URGENT CARE

International Health Care Clinic

Japan, 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato City, Shinbashi, 2 Chome−10−5 末吉ビル 3F

Hours
Monday – Friday: 10 :00 – 13:00 , 15:30–18:30 
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

+81 3-3501-1330

3-min drive

10-min walk

Pharmacy

Qol Pharmacy Toranomon

Japan, 〒105-0001 Tokyo, Minato City, Toranomon, 1 Chome−16−17 黒沢ビル 1階

Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 to 20:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: Closed

+81 3-6205-8189

1-min drive

3-min drive

In an Emergency

Dial 110 for police emergencies and dial 119 for ambulance or fire emergencies.

Safety & Trauma Resources

Code of Conduct

By attending or participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Linux Foundation Code of Conduct.

Please contact Angela Brown, SVP & GM of Events, at angela@linuxfoundation.org if you believe you’ve observed or experienced a violation of the Code of Conduct.

Weapon Policy

The Linux Foundation does not allow firearms or other weapons, regardless of whether they are permitted or not, or whether they are concealed or not, to be brought into our events. By registering for the event, you are agreeing that you understand this policy and will not bring a firearm or other weapons into the event.

Contact us at events@linuxfoundation.org for any questions you may have.

ご質問がある場合は、events@linuxfoundation.org までお問い合わせください。