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Terms of Use

Before using the website (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”) operated by Rissho Kosei-kai (hereinafter referred to as the “Organization”), please read these Terms of Use carefully and use the Website only after agreeing to them. By using our Website, you are deemed to have agreed to these Terms of Use. These Terms of Use may be revised without prior notice. Please check this page for the latest version when using our Website.

１．Scope of Terms of Use

  1. These Terms of Use apply to all use of our Website.
  2. By using our Website, users agree to these Terms of Use and shall comply with them.
  3. These Terms of Use may be revised without prior notice when necessary.

２．Website Use

  1. Recommended Browsers We recommend using the latest version of one of the following browsers:
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Apple Safari
  2. JavaScript
    Some parts of our Website use JavaScript and may not function or display properly if JavaScript is disabled. We recommend enabling JavaScript in your browser settings when using our Website
  1. General Rules
    Personal information collected through our Website will be managed in accordance with the Organization’s Policy on the Protection of Personal Information and will not be disclosed, transferred, or lent to any third party without a legitimate reason.
    Policy on the Protection of Personal Information/regarding-personal-information
  2. Cookies
    Our Website uses cookies to provide better content to users. Cookies are a mechanism for storing information that enables the Website to distinguish a user’s browser when the user visits our Website. The information collected is used to compile statistics on Website usage, improve user convenience, and improve the Website itself. Cookie information does not identify users’ personal information. Users may disable cookies in their browser settings; however, some services on our Website may be unavailable if cookies are disabled. Please be aware of this in advance.
  3. Access Logs
    Our Website records user access information in access logs. These logs include information such as domain names, IP addresses, browsers used, and dates and times of access, but do not include information that identifies individual users. Google Analytics is used to analyze access logs. For details, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy and the Google Analytics Terms of Service. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data.
    Privacy Policy, Privacy and Terms – Google
    Terms of Service | Google Analytics Google

４．Information Security

The Organization will continue to work to ensure information security on its networks. We will also make every effort to prevent security incidents and, should one occur, strive to minimize any resulting losses, investigate the cause, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.

５．Intellectual Property

  1. All intellectual property rights in images, text, audio, videos, programs, and other information posted on the Website (hereinafter referred to as “Content”) belong to the Organization. However, where rights in any Content belong to a third party, those rights in principle belong to their respective owner. Users are prohibited from using the Content beyond the scope permitted by copyright law, including reproducing, altering, or reusing it in other media without the permission of the rights holder.
  2. The Organization may freely use and reuse, without prior notice to users, information provided by users, including Content submitted to user-posted sections and questionnaire responses, except for information relating to personal information. Please be aware of this in advance.

６．Disclaimer

  1. Information posted on our Website is prepared and managed with due care; however, the Organization makes no guarantee as to its accuracy, completeness, usefulness, or other qualities.
  2. The Organization shall not be liable for any loss or damage incurred by users through the use of our Website. The o Organization shall also not be liable for accidents involving software or hardware, or for any other loss or damage that may arise from the use of our Website.
  3. The Organization may change or discontinue Content or URLs without prior notice. The Organization may also suspend or terminate operation of the Website. Please be aware of this in advance.

７．Prohibited Activities

Users are prohibited from engaging in the following activities when using our Website and shall be responsible for any damage (including damage to third parties) arising from or related to such activities.

  1. Acts that infringe or may infringe upon the property, privacy, or other rights of the Organization or a third party.
  2. Acts that cause or may cause disadvantage or damage to the Organization or a third party.
  3. Acts that are or may be contrary to public order or morals.
  4. Criminal acts, acts connected with criminal activity, or acts that may constitute or lead to such activity.
  5. Making false declarations or notifications.
  6. Commercial activities, activities for profit, or activities intended to prepare for such activities.
  7. Acts that damage the reputation or credibility of the Organization or a third party.
  8. Acts that use or provide, or may use or provide, harmful programs such as computer viruses.
  9. Acts that violate or may violate laws, regulations, or ordinances.
  10. Other acts that the Organization deems inappropriate.

８．Linking to Our Website

  1. In principle, users may link to our Website freely; however, to help prevent broken links, we recommend linking to the Website’s top page.
  2. When linking to our Website, please clearly indicate that the link leads to the Rissho Kosei-kai Website.
  3. The following types of linking are prohibited.
    • Links that may appear to support, recommend, defame, or slander the activities of specific individuals, groups, or organizations
    • Links to websites whose purpose or manner of operation is contrary to public order or morals
    • Links that may create misunderstanding regarding the Organization’s activities
    • Links that may significantly damage the Organization’s image or credibility, or infringe upon the intellectual property rights, privacy, or other rights of specific individuals or organizations
    • Links that display Content from our Website in a manner that may make it appear to be content of the linking website
    • Other links that the Organization deems inappropriate

Prior notice to the Organization is not required; however, we would appreciate it if you would inform us using the inquiry form on our Website.

９．Governing Law/Jurisdiction

The interpretation and operation of our Website and these Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. The Tokyo District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction as the court of first instance over any disputes concerning our Website or these Terms of Use.

１０．Point of Inquiry

For inquiries about the Organization or our Website, please contact us using the link below.
Inquiries