The live house “B&W Cafe” is fully equipped with the latest infectious disease prevention equipment! Providing a live space that you can enjoy with peace of mind even during the coronavirus pandemic [Anshin Mie Ria Excellent Store Report]

What is B&W Cafe?

B&W Cafe is a live house in daimon TsuCity that opened at the end of March 2020.

This facility was designed and built by Hiroki Kitamura, a developer of equipment to prevent the novel coronavirus, and measures against infectious diseases are being implemented from the perspective of a specialist in novel coronavirus countermeasures.

This time, I heard that this store was selected as an excellent store in the "Mie Anshin Mie Ria" certification system, so I went to actually interview it!

Yuki Kitamura’s career and achievements

Yuki Kitamura used to work at a major electronics manufacturer in research on measures against airborne particles. Utilizing our knowledge to date, we have developed coronavirus countermeasure devices such as Coronax*, which have been reported on numerous TV programs and newspapers.

Currently working as a supporter for Kitamura Onkyo. At a time when artists' live performances are at a standstill due to the coronavirus pandemic, the live house ``B&W Cafe'' was created with the concept of ``What would happen if a person who works at a sound shop and makes equipment to prevent coronavirus infections built a live house?''

* Coronax: Isolation shelter to prevent household infection of the new coronavirus. The origin of the product name is ``Coronax'', which is a play on the words ``eliminate coronavirus''.

A cutting-edge live house responding to the coronavirus pandemic

In order to dispel the anxiety of those who want to perform and see live performances, we have thoroughly pursued the ideal live house that is needed now and have given it shape. We will explain in detail B&W Cafe's measures against infectious diseases.

Space sterilization of floors where people gather

Inactivate airborne viruses with Coronac Stand

"Coronac stands", which inherit the concept of Coronax, are installed on the live floor and food and beverage floor. This device uses the power of ultraviolet light to inactivate airborne viruses, achieving an airborne sterilization rate of 83%.

By placing this device in eating and drinking areas where people gather, it creates an environment where the space is constantly sterilized and prevents the spread of the new coronavirus through the air.

Improving the accuracy of space sterilization with an ozone generator

In addition, an ozone generator is installed upwind of the ventilation, increasing the accuracy of space sterilization by distributing ozone to all floors. To ensure that the ozone concentration is not harmful to the human body, we place an ozone concentration meter where customers can check it.

Air circulation based on scientific evidence

By dividing the area into three areas (drinking, live performance, and artist waiting room), the space is designed so that air does not stagnate in one place. Additionally, to prevent crowding, a maximum of 10 people will be allowed in controlled areas. The location of the controlled area can be confirmed by the "Indication regarding ventilation direction" sign posted at the entrance/exit.

Ventilation equipment installed on each floor

Each floor is equipped with ventilation equipment, the dining floor is upwind, the artist's waiting room is downwind, and the entrances and exits are always open to ensure air circulation that allows fresh air to reach all floors.

When you stand on the live floor, there is a slight breeze, so you can feel the flow of air.

Thorough infection control measures for customers, artists, and employees

① Infectious disease countermeasures for customers

Contactless disinfection devices and temperature measurement devices are installed at entrances and exits to ensure thorough infection control measures for visitors.

In case you forget your mask or the mask strap is torn, masks are placed on the table at the entrance.

② Infectious disease prevention measures for artists

The artist's microphone is placed in an ultraviolet sterilization device, and can be sterilized by placing it in there for 3 minutes.

Infectious disease prevention measures for employees

We have given thorough guidance to our employees on infectious disease prevention measures, and signs have been posted throughout the store stating ``Thorough precautions for employees, including part-time workers.''

Visualize your peace of mind! Visually check infectious disease countermeasures

Measuring carbon dioxide concentration

The live floor is equipped with a device that allows you to see the carbon dioxide concentration, allowing you to constantly check the accuracy of air circulation.

Measures against infectious diseases in food and drinks

Employees must wear masks and gloves when serving food and drinks. When serving drinks, the cup is covered with plastic wrap and a tag with the owner's name is attached. This will prevent you from accidentally drinking someone else's drink, and the wrap will also prevent splashes.

Place markers on the floor and tables to maintain social distance

To maintain social distancing, stickers and tape have been placed on the floors of each floor. By using colors and shapes that make this stand out, you can remind visitors to practice social distancing.

To prevent people sitting close together, acrylic boards have been installed on tables and posters have been placed to space out seats.

A gorgeous live performance that can only be realized with engineers.

The stage usage fee includes the engineer's equipment operation fee, and they will support everything from operating lighting and sound equipment to online distribution.

We also have smoke equipment to enhance the live performance.

The camera can zoom out in two locations, allowing live video to be distributed over the network from various angles.

All of the audio equipment on the stage can be used freely, and we have all the equipment necessary for live performances.

About usage fees

Usage fees are simple and include hourly rates and advantageous 5-hour and 12-hour package rates.

Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays

1 hour: 11,500 yen
5 hours: 49,800 yen
12 hours: 99,800 yen

Fridays and days before holidays

1 hour: 8,800 yen
5 hours: 39,800 yen
12 hours: 79,800 yen

Monday to Thursday weekdays

1 hour: 7,500 yen
12 hours: 59,800 yen

remarks

*All prices exclude tax.
*Visitors will need to pay a separate drink fee.
*The price includes all equipment usage fees, engineer equipment operation fees, etc.

What did you think

"B&W Cafe" is the ultimate live house created by a sound engineer's commitment and experts in countermeasures against the new coronavirus.

Mr. Kitamura said, ``I think that our measures against infectious diseases can be implemented consciously not only at live music venues, but also at all facilities, so I would like them to be used as a reference.''

Yuki Kitamura, the owner of B&W Cafe, is accepting consultations on installing Coronac stands and preventing infectious diseases. If you are interested, please contact us at the phone number listed in the business information.

B&W Cafe business information

address

2F Profirst Building, 23-5 daimon, Tsu City, TsuCity Prefecture 514-0027

business hours

11:30-15:30 (1st part)
19:00-21:00 (2 parts)
*For the time being, due to coronavirus countermeasures, reservations are required for the first part of the time slot.

Regular holiday

Part 1 is on Saturday and Sunday
Part 2 is open all year round (some temporary closures may occur)

telephone number

090-4111-1127

Access by public transportation

From Kintetsu Tsu Station, take the Mie Kotsu bus bound for Police Academy, get off at Kyoguchitate Station, and walk for 1 minute.

Access by car

10 minutes from Ise Expressway Tsu IC

remarks

For parking, use the nearest coin parking lot
*The average price is 300 yen a day on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, and 500 yen a day on weekdays.

Spots near B&W Cafe

There are these spots in daimon TsuCity, where B&W Cafe is located.

Tsu Kannon

Founded in 709 AD, it is one of the three Kannon temples in Japan. The principal image is Sho Kanzeon Bodhisattva. This is an old temple of the Shingon sect that was a place of prayer for the successive shogun families and the Todo family, the lords of the Tsu domain, and has many cultural assets.

Tsu Kannon spot information

Heijisenbei main store

Established in 1912, we sell a variety of Japanese sweets, including ``Heiji TsuCity'' and `` akogi Heijisenbei,'' which are modeled after the forgotten hat of ``Heiji,'' the main character of the Takako Story that has been passed down in Ako-no-hama, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture.

Heijisenbei main store spot information

Hachimitsu-Man Honpo

Established 45 years ago, this shop sells ``honey buns,'' which were created by the first generation associated with Mizutani Bee Farm with the desire to `` Hachimitsu-Man more accessible.''

Hachimitsu-Man Honpo spot information

Toraya Honke

A Japanese sweets shop with a variety of seasonal Japanese sweets. The specialty is strawberry daifuku. In addition, we sell Daifuku containing seasonal fruits, such as Daifuku containing pineapple, chestnuts, azuki beans, bananas, Kyoho grapes, and pears.

Toraya Honke spot information