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Terms of Use & Disclaimer
利用規約・免責事項

Please read these terms carefully before using this website. By accessing any page on this site, you agree to the following terms.

Last updated: May 1, 2026  |  Effective date: May 1, 2026

Contents

  1. Terms of Use (利用規約)
    1. Acceptance of Terms
    2. Content and Accuracy
    3. Intellectual Property
    4. External Links
    5. Prohibited Uses
    6. Changes to This Website
    7. Governing Law
  2. Disclaimer (免責事項)
Terms of Use — 利用規約

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website (the "Site") operated by Axis Core Editorial (アクシスコア編集部, "we", "us", or "our"), you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use this Site.

These Terms of Use apply to all users of the Site, including visitors, readers, and anyone who accesses the content provided herein.

2. Content and Accuracy

The content on this Site — including all articles, guides, instructions, images, and related materials — is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information we publish is accurate, up to date, and practically sound at the time of publication.

However, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or suitability of any content for your specific circumstances. Building materials, tools, adhesives, and Tatami/Shoji construction methods vary by region, manufacturer, age of materials, and many other factors. Always assess your own specific situation carefully before applying any techniques described on this Site.

3. Intellectual Property

All text, images, layout, design, and editorial content on this Site are the property of Axis Core Editorial unless otherwise stated, and are protected under applicable Japanese copyright law and international intellectual property agreements.

You may:

  • Read, print, and save content for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share links to our articles on social media or personal communications

You may not:

  • Reproduce, republish, or redistribute our content without prior written permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without authorisation
  • Scrape or systematically copy content from this Site
  • Claim authorship of any content on this Site

For permissions and licensing enquiries, please contact editor@axiscorevertexlumen.com.

5. Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use this Site:

  • In any way that violates applicable local, national, or international law or regulation
  • To transmit unsolicited commercial communications
  • To attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its hosting infrastructure
  • To upload or introduce any malicious code, malware, or harmful material
  • In any way that interferes with or disrupts the Site's operation or other users' access

6. Changes to This Website

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of this Site at any time without notice. We may also update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

7. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising from the use of this Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Tokyo District Court, Japan.

Disclaimer — 免責事項

Disclaimer

Important: The DIY maintenance guides and instructions provided on this website are intended as general guidance only. Axis Core Editorial (アクシスコア編集部) and its editorial staff are not professional tradespeople, licensed contractors, or certified specialists in Tatami, Shoji, or Japanese construction.

All maintenance and repair activities described on this Site involve physical materials and tools. There is always a risk of damage to property or personal injury when undertaking any DIY task. The Publisher assumes no responsibility or liability for any damage to property, personal injury, financial loss, or any other harm — direct or indirect — arising from your use of, or reliance upon, the information, instructions, or techniques described on this Site.

Results will vary depending on the specific condition of your materials, your skill level, the tools and products available to you, and many other factors outside our control. The Publisher does not guarantee that following our guides will produce any specific result.

If you are in any doubt about whether a task described on this Site is within your personal capability, or if the item you are working on is of significant cultural, historical, or financial value, we strongly recommend consulting a qualified professional craftsperson (tatami-ya, shoji specialist, or licensed carpenter) before proceeding.

By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that you undertake any activities described herein entirely at your own risk, and that the Publisher bears no liability for any resulting damage, injury, or loss.

To contact us with questions about these terms, please write to:

Axis Core Editorial (アクシスコア編集部)
1-4-1 Meguro, Meguro-ku
Tokyo 153-0063, Japan
Email: editor@axiscorevertexlumen.com