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Terms of Service

Last updated: June 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using What Makes Japan Smile ("WMJS", "we", "us", "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

Use of Content

All content on WMJS, including text, graphics, data visualizations, and design, is the property of What Makes Japan Smile and is protected by applicable copyright laws. You may:

  • View and read content for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share links to our articles on social media and other platforms
  • Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the original article

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content in whole without written permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Remove or alter any copyright notices or attributions

Voice Box Submissions

By submitting content through our Voice Box feature, you:

  • Grant WMJS a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, edit, and publish your submission
  • Confirm that your submission is your own original experience
  • Understand that submissions may be edited for clarity, length, and context
  • Acknowledge that not all submissions will be published

You may request removal of your Voice Box submission at any time by contacting us through our contact form.

Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about Japanese culture and travel. However, cultural norms vary by region, context, and individual. Our content should be used as a general guide, not as definitive rules. Please refer to our disclaimer for more details.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our site may contain links to third-party websites, including affiliate partners. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these external sites. Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms and conditions.

Advertising

WMJS may display advertisements through Google AdSense when advertising is enabled, and may include affiliate links. The presence of advertisements does not constitute an endorsement of the advertised products or services. For more information on how advertising data is handled, please refer to our privacy policy.

Prohibited Conduct

When using WMJS, you agree not to:

  • Use automated tools to scrape or download content in bulk
  • Attempt to interfere with the site's operation or security
  • Submit false, misleading, or harmful content through Voice Box or contact forms
  • Use the site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations

Limitation of Liability

WMJS is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the site or reliance on its content. This includes but is not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of WMJS shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact

If you have questions about these terms, please use our contact form.