Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Japan Hidden Gems ("the Service," "our Service," "the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access the Service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

2. Description of Service

Japan Hidden Gems is a travel information platform that provides:

• Curated guides to tourist destinations in Japan
• Free access to basic destination information
• Premium access to detailed insider guides and tips
• Rankings and recommendations for travel planning
• Interactive maps and location data

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violations of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or any other reason we deem necessary to protect the Service or other users.

4. Premium Subscription

4.1 Subscription Plans

Premium subscriptions grant access to:

• Detailed insider access guides for all destinations
• Booking tips and local contact information
• Secret viewpoints and timing recommendations
• Ad-free browsing experience
• Early access to new content

4.2 Billing and Payment

Payment is processed securely through Stripe. By subscribing, you agree to:

• Provide valid payment information
• Authorize automatic recurring billing
• Pay all applicable fees and taxes
• Accept responsibility for all charges to your payment method

4.3 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellations will take effect at the end of the current billing period. We do not provide refunds for partial months or unused portions of your subscription, except as required by law.

If you believe you were charged in error, please contact us within 7 days of the charge.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose
• Violate any laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Share your account credentials with others
• Attempt to circumvent premium access restrictions
• Scrape, copy, or distribute our content without permission
• Use automated systems to access the Service
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Japan Hidden Gems and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• Resale or commercial use of the Service or content
• Collection and use of product listings or descriptions
• Derivative works based on our content
• Downloading or copying of account information
• Use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering tools

6.3 Photo Licenses

Photos displayed on the Service are sourced from Unsplash and Pexels under CC0 (Public Domain) licenses. These photos are free for commercial use with no attribution required.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
• Availability or uninterrupted access
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement of third-party rights

We do not guarantee that the information provided is accurate, current, or suitable for your travel plans. Always verify information with official sources before making travel decisions.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, JAPAN HIDDEN GEMS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Business interruption or other commercial damages
• Travel delays, cancellations, or expenses
• Personal injury or property damage related to travel

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Service in the past 12 months.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Japan Hidden Gems, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

10. Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services (hotels, transportation, tour operators, etc.). We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

11. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

12. Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time. Material changes will be notified via email or a prominent notice on the Service. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Tokyo, Japan.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us: