Copyright & Website Disclaimer
Copyright information and website disclaimer for Kirameki • Effective May 2025
Contents
1. Copyright Ownership
All content on the Kirameki website (kirameki.earth), including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Kirameki or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
Kirameki Proprietary Content
- Kirameki logo and branding (including Japanese 煌めき)
- Website design and layout
- Original photography of accommodations and activities
- Program descriptions and itineraries
- Original written content and blog posts
- Marketing materials and promotional content
© 2025 Kirameki Initiative. All rights reserved.
2. Permitted Use
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive license to:
- View and browse the website for personal, non-commercial purposes
- Print individual pages for personal reference
- Share links to our content on social media platforms
- Quote brief excerpts for educational or review purposes (with proper attribution)
- Use publicly provided social media content according to platform terms
Attribution Requirements: When sharing or quoting our content, please include proper attribution to Kirameki and a link to kirameki.earth when possible.
3. Prohibited Use
You may not, without express written permission:
- Reproduce, distribute, or display our content for commercial purposes
- Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
- Use our logos, trademarks, or branding in any manner
- Copy and republish substantial portions of our website content
- Use automated systems (bots, crawlers) to access or scrape our website
- Remove or obscure copyright notices or attributions
- Use our content to compete with or replicate our services
- Misrepresent the source or ownership of our content
4. Third-Party Content
Our website may include content provided by third parties, including:
Licensed Content
- Stock photography and images
- Fonts and design elements
- Software and plugins
Embedded Content
- Social media posts
- Maps and location services
- Payment processors
Third-party content remains the property of its respective owners and is subject to their own terms of use and copyright restrictions.
5. User-Generated Content
When you submit content to us through forms, comments, reviews, or social media:
Your Responsibilities
- You retain ownership of your original content
- You grant us a license to use, display, and share your content
- You confirm you have the right to share the content
- You agree not to submit copyrighted material without permission
Our Rights
- Use your content for marketing and promotional purposes
- Moderate, edit, or remove inappropriate content
- Share testimonials and reviews (with attribution)
- Use photos you share (with permission) in our promotional materials
6. DMCA Policy
Kirameki respects intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices. If you believe your copyrighted material has been used without permission, please provide:
- Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
- Location of the allegedly infringing material on our website
- Your contact information
- Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
- Statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act
- Your physical or electronic signature
DMCA Contact:
Email: copyright@kirameki.earth
Address: Kirameki Initiative, Kitahiroshima Town, Chūgoku Mountains, Japan
7. Website Disclaimer
⚠️ General Disclaimer
The information on this website is provided on an "as is" basis. Kirameki makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the website or its content.
Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. Kirameki will not be liable for any loss or damage, including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss or damage, arising from the use of this website.
8. Information Accuracy
While we strive to keep information current and accurate, we make no guarantees about:
- Pricing: Rates may change without notice; confirmed prices are provided during booking
- Availability: Program availability is subject to seasonal and capacity limitations
- Weather: Weather-dependent activities may be modified or canceled
- Accommodations: Actual conditions may vary from descriptions and photos
- Activities: Programs may be modified based on safety, weather, or operational considerations
- Local Information: Community events and local conditions are subject to change
Always confirm current information directly with Kirameki staff before making travel plans.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites for your convenience and information. These links do not constitute an endorsement of the linked websites.
External Link Disclaimer
- We have no control over external website content
- We are not responsible for external website availability or content
- External websites have their own privacy policies and terms
- We do not guarantee the accuracy of external website information
- Links may become unavailable without notice
Use external links at your own discretion and risk.
10. Modifications
Kirameki reserves the right to modify this copyright and disclaimer notice at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website.
Your Rights:
- Review this page periodically for updates
- Contact us with questions about copyright or disclaimers
- Request permission for uses not covered by this policy
Contact Information
For copyright inquiries or website questions:
Email: contact@kirameki.earth
Copyright Issues: copyright@kirameki.earth
Address: Kirameki Initiative, Kitahiroshima Town, Chūgoku Mountains, Japan
Last updated: May 2025