Terms of Service
Last Updated: February 11, 2025
Welcome to Secret Japan ("we," "us," "our," or the "Company"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Secret Japan website located at mysecretjapan.com (the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Service.
Age Restriction and Adult Content Disclaimer
The Service is an adult entertainment directory that contains content intended exclusively for individuals who are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher). By accessing the Service, you confirm and warrant that:
- You are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction.
- You are legally permitted to access adult content under the laws of your jurisdiction.
- You are accessing the Service from a location where viewing adult-oriented content is legal.
- You will not permit any minor to access the Service or any content available through it.
If you do not meet these requirements, you must leave the Service immediately. We reserve the right to terminate access for any user who we believe does not meet these age requirements.
Description of Service
Secret Japan operates as a directory and informational resource connecting foreign visitors with adult entertainment establishments in Japan. The Service provides:
- Directory listings of adult entertainment businesses in Japan.
- Blog articles, guides, and reviews related to Japan's adult entertainment industry.
- Informational content for travelers and visitors.
We act solely as an informational directory and do not operate, manage, or control any of the third-party businesses listed on our platform. We do not provide, endorse, or facilitate any illegal services or activities.
User Responsibilities
By using the Service, you agree to the following:
- You will comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations when using the Service.
- You will not use the Service for any unlawful purpose or to facilitate any illegal activity.
- You will not post, upload, or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene (beyond the scope of the Service), threatening, or that infringes upon the rights of others.
- You will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service, other users' accounts, or any systems or networks connected to the Service.
- You will not use automated systems, bots, scrapers, or similar tools to access the Service without our prior written consent.
- You will not impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
- You are solely responsible for verifying the legality of any services or activities you engage in as a result of information found on the Service.
Third-Party Listings and Content
The Service contains listings, reviews, and information about third-party businesses. You acknowledge and agree that:
- We do not own, operate, or control any of the third-party businesses listed on the Service.
- We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any third-party listing, review, or information.
- Any interactions, transactions, or engagements you have with third-party businesses are solely between you and that business.
- We are not responsible for the quality, safety, legality, or any other aspect of the services provided by third-party businesses.
- Listings on the Service do not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee by us.
Intellectual Property
All content on the Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, articles, guides, reviews, software, and the overall design and layout of the website (collectively, "Content"), is the property of Secret Japan or its content providers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any Content from the Service without our prior written consent.
- Use any Content from the Service for commercial purposes without obtaining a license from us or our licensors.
- Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from the Content.
Limited, non-commercial use of Content is permitted for personal reference only, provided that you maintain all copyright and other proprietary notices contained in the original Content.
User-Submitted Content
If you submit any content to the Service, including but not limited to reviews, comments, or business listing submissions ("User Content"), you agree that:
- You grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display your User Content in connection with the Service.
- You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content and that it does not infringe upon any third party's rights.
- We have the right, but not the obligation, to monitor, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion.
- You are solely responsible for the User Content you submit and any consequences arising from it.
Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
- WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT ON THE SERVICE.
- WARRANTIES THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.
- WARRANTIES REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF BUSINESS LISTINGS, REVIEWS, OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THIRD PARTIES.
Your use of the Service is at your sole risk. We do not warrant or guarantee the safety, legality, or quality of any services provided by businesses listed on the Service.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SECRET JAPAN, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION:
- Loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.
- Damages resulting from your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Service.
- Damages resulting from any conduct or content of any third party on or related to the Service.
- Damages resulting from unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content.
- Any damages arising from your interactions with third-party businesses listed on the Service.
Our total liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us, if any, in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Secret Japan, its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Service.
- Your violation of these Terms.
- Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights.
- Your interactions with any third-party businesses listed on the Service.
- Any User Content you submit to the Service.
Privacy
Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information.
Links to Third-Party Websites
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Secret Japan. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including without limitation ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.
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 arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Japan.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. The waiver of any such right or provision will be effective only if in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of Secret Japan.
Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice prior to any new terms taking effect, such as posting a notice on the Service. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.
By continuing to access or use the Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Service.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, you can contact us through our contact page.