1. Introduction
These Terms of Service (hereinafter referred to as “the Terms”) define the conditions of use for the wedding photography planning services (hereinafter referred to as “the Service”) provided by Japan Serenity Weddings (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”). By using the Service, users are deemed to have agreed to the Terms.
2. Scope of Application
The Terms apply to all users of the Service. The Privacy Policy and the Legal Notice under the Act on Specified Commercial Transactions also apply in conjunction with these Terms.
3. Service Details
- Planning, coordinating, and conducting wedding photography sessions
- Photography and videography services
- Location scouting and arrangement of necessary permits
- Delivery of edited photos and videos
4. Reservations and Payment
- Reservations must be completed through the Company’s website or direct communication.
- Payment must be made in advance via credit card (through an external payment service).
- Reservations are confirmed only upon full payment.
5. Cancellation Policy
- 60 days or more before the scheduled shoot: Free
- 30 to 59 days before the scheduled shoot: 50% of the total fee
- 29 days or less before the scheduled shoot: 100% of the total fee
- If cancellation is due to unavoidable circumstances such as natural disasters, we will reschedule the shoot whenever possible. However, refunds may not be available.
6. User Responsibilities
- Users must provide accurate information when making a reservation.
- Users must comply with local regulations and guidelines related to the shoot.
- Users are responsible for obtaining necessary permits for special locations.
7. Prohibited Actions
Users shall not engage in the following:
- Providing false or misleading information
- Reselling or redistributing the Service
- Using the Service for illegal or inappropriate purposes
- Actions that damage the reputation or operations of the Company
8. Intellectual Property Rights
- The copyrights of the photos and videos taken belong to the Company.
- Users may use the delivered photos and videos for personal and non-commercial purposes.
- The Company may use the photos and videos for promotional purposes (with prior consent from the user).
9. Disclaimer
- The Company is not responsible for delays or cancellations due to unpredictable circumstances such as weather or natural disasters.
- The Company is not liable for damages caused by third parties beyond its control.
- In case of equipment failure or unavoidable interruptions, the Company will provide the best possible alternative solution.
10. Changes to the Terms
- The Company reserves the right to update these Terms as necessary.
- The revised Terms take effect once published on the Company’s website.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
- These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Japan.
- Any disputes related to these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of Kagawa Prefecture.
12. Contact Information
For inquiries regarding these Terms, please contact:
Japan Serenity Weddings
432-1 Kurikuma Higashi, Ayauta-cho, Marugame City, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan
090-5717-4287
japanserenity.weddings@gmail.com
These Terms of Service are effective as of March 5, 2025.