Terms and Conditions

Agreement and Binding Nature

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Zaimu-kan. By accessing our website or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

This agreement governs your relationship with Zaimu-kan and establishes the rights, obligations, and responsibilities of both parties. If you do not agree with any provision of these Terms and Conditions, you must immediately cease use of our website and services.

These Terms and Conditions supplement and should be read together with our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy.

User Obligations and Responsibilities

1. Legal Capacity and Age Requirements

By using our website and services, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or have reached the age of majority in your jurisdiction
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• You are not prohibited from using our services under any applicable law
• All information you provide to us is accurate, current, and complete

2. Compliance with Laws and Regulations

You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of our website and services complies with all applicable:

• Local, national, and international laws and regulations
• Industry standards and professional codes of conduct
• Tax obligations and financial reporting requirements
• Data protection and privacy regulations

3. Prohibited Activities and Behaviors

You agree that you will not engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

• Using our services for any unlawful, fraudulent, or deceptive purpose
• Harassing, threatening, or intimidating our staff or other users
• Submitting false, misleading, or inaccurate information
• Attempting to circumvent security measures or access controls
• Interfering with the proper functioning of our website or systems
• Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any part of our services
• Using our services to transmit spam, malware, or other harmful content
• Violating intellectual property rights of Zaimu-kan or third parties

4. Content Guidelines and Restrictions

When submitting content through our website, including contact forms or communications, you must ensure that your content:

• Does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property rights
• Is not defamatory, obscene, offensive, or inappropriate
• Does not contain confidential information of third parties without authorization
• Does not promote illegal activities or violate any laws
• Does not contain viruses, malware, or other harmful code

Additional User Responsibilities

1. Accuracy of Information

You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy and currency of all information you provide to us. You agree to promptly update any information that becomes inaccurate or outdated.

2. Privacy and Data Protection

You acknowledge and agree that:

• You have read and understood our Privacy Policy
• You consent to our collection and use of your data as described in our Privacy Policy
• You will not submit personal data of third parties without their consent
• You are responsible for managing your own privacy and cookie preferences

3. Third-Party Interactions

Your interactions with third parties accessed through our website, including advertisers or service providers, are solely between you and such third parties. We are not responsible or liable for any aspect of such interactions.

4. Indemnification Obligations

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Zaimu-kan, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms and Conditions
• Your use or misuse of our services
• Your violation of any law or regulation
• Your infringement of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit or transmit through our services

Liability Limitations and Warranty Disclaimers

1. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Zaimu-kan provides the website and services "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
• Warranties that the services will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties that defects will be corrected
• Warranties regarding security or freedom from viruses or harmful components

2. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Zaimu-kan shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Personal injury or property damage arising from your use of our services
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your data or systems
• Damages arising from errors, omissions, or delays in service

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory on which the claim is based, whether in contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise, and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

3. Consequential Damages Exclusion

Under no circumstances shall Zaimu-kan be liable for any consequential, indirect, or special damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of business, loss of data, or business interruption, even if we were aware of or should have been aware of the possibility of such damages.

4. Maximum Liability Cap

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for certain damages, our total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, for accessing our services in the twelve months preceding the claim, or ¥100,000, whichever is less.

5. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

• Acts of God, natural disasters, or extreme weather events
• War, terrorism, civil unrest, or government actions
• Labor disputes, strikes, or lockouts
• Internet or telecommunications failures
• Pandemics or public health emergencies
• Power outages or equipment failures

Legal Information and Dispute Resolution

1. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Tokyo, Japan, and you hereby consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in such courts.

2. Dispute Resolution Procedures

In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions:

• The parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiations
• If negotiations fail, the parties may pursue mediation before commencing formal proceedings
• Any unresolved disputes shall be subject to binding arbitration under the rules of the Japan Commercial Arbitration Association
• The arbitration shall be conducted in Tokyo, Japan, in the English or Japanese language

3. Class Action Waiver

To the extent permitted by law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

4. Severability Clause

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving its intent, or if such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

5. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Terms of Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Zaimu-kan regarding your use of our website and services, and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, or communications, whether written or oral.

6. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of any provision shall be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Zaimu-kan.

7. Assignment

These Terms and Conditions are personal to you and may not be assigned or transferred by you without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

8. Survival

Provisions of these Terms and Conditions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution.

Modifications and Updates

1. Right to Modify Terms

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms and Conditions at any time at our sole discretion. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

2. Notification of Changes

For material changes to these Terms and Conditions, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you through:

• A prominent notice on our website
• Email notification to registered users, if applicable
• Other appropriate means of communication

3. Acceptance of Modified Terms

Your continued use of our website and services after the effective date of modified Terms and Conditions constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must discontinue use of our services immediately.

Termination

1. Termination by You

You may terminate your use of our services at any time by ceasing to access our website and contacting us to request deletion of your data, if applicable.

2. Termination by Us

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms and Conditions
• Engaging in fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activities
• Conduct that we determine to be harmful to our business or other users
• Any other reason at our sole discretion

3. Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and dispute resolution provisions.

Questions About These Terms and Conditions

If you have any questions, concerns, or require clarification regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us: