Japan Football Association President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto met with Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi to coordinate safety measures for Japanese fans attending the World Cup [1].

The meeting highlights the Japanese government's role in mitigating travel risks for citizens as the tournament spans multiple nations with varying security profiles.

The upcoming World Cup is scheduled to be hosted across three countries: the U.S., Canada, and Mexico [1]. While the tournament is distributed across North America, specific concerns have been raised regarding matches held in Monterrey, Mexico.

"Regarding Monterrey, where matches will be held, it is in Mexico, and we are hearing voices expressing anxiety," Miyamoto said [1].

To address these concerns, Miyamoto and Motegi confirmed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will collaborate with FIFA to establish comprehensive security protocols for supporters. The goal is to ensure that Japanese fans can watch the tournament without fear for their personal safety [1].

"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will coordinate with FIFA and strive to ensure full safety measures for everyone going to cheer," Motegi said [1].

Miyamoto noted that the combination of fan support and government assistance provides significant stability for the team and its followers. "The support of everyone and the assistance of government agencies are very encouraging," Miyamoto said [1].

The coordination effort involves aligning JFA's logistical needs with the diplomatic and security resources of the Japanese government to manage potential risks in host cities [1].

“"Regarding Monterrey, where matches will be held, it is in Mexico, and we are hearing voices expressing anxiety,"”

The collaboration between the JFA and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicates a high level of concern regarding the security environment in Mexico. By involving the Foreign Minister and FIFA, Japan is attempting to create a formal safety corridor for its citizens, acknowledging that the scale of a three-nation tournament increases the complexity of protecting traveling fans.