Terms of Service
These Terms of Service (hereinafter referred to as “Terms”) set forth the conditions for using “Kuro’s Cello Online School” (hereinafter referred to as “the Service”) and define the rights and obligations between Kuro-Music (hereinafter referred to as “the Company”) and the customers (hereinafter referred to as “Customers”) who purchase the Service in accordance with these Terms. Customers must read and agree to the entirety of these Terms before using the Service.
Article 1 (Scope of the Terms)
- These Terms apply to all relationships between the Company and Customers using the Service. By starting to use the Service, Customers are deemed to have agreed to these Terms.
- Any rules regarding the Service that the Company publishes on its website or in text form shall constitute a part of these Terms.
- The Company may revise these Terms pursuant to Article 548-4 of the Civil Code. Such revisions will take effect upon appropriate publication or notification by the Company if:
(1) The revisions align with the general interests of the Customers; or
(2) The revisions are reasonable in light of their necessity, content, and other relevant circumstances without contravening the Terms’ original intent.
Article 2 (Formation of Contract)
- Those who wish to use the Service may do so by agreeing to these Terms and purchasing the Service.
- Upon completing the purchase as defined in the preceding paragraph, a usage contract in accordance with these Terms is formed between the Customer and the Company. The Company will grant the Customer a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view the Service’s content, as outlined in these Terms or specific course conditions.
- The Company reserves the right to refuse access to the Service for any Customer who falls under the following conditions, without any obligation to disclose reasons:
(1) False information was provided during purchase.
(2) The Customer is a minor, adult ward, person under curatorship, or person under assistance without appropriate consent.
(3) The Customer violates or may violate these Terms.
(4) The Customer is a competitor intending to investigate the Service.
(5) The Customer interferes with or may interfere with the Company’s operations.
(6) The Customer is affiliated with antisocial forces.
(7) Any other case where the Company deems it operationally difficult to provide the Service.
Article 3 (Password and Username Management)
- Customers shall manage their passwords and usernames for the Service responsibly and must not allow third-party use, lend, transfer, change ownership, sell, or otherwise provide them.
- Customers are liable for any damages arising from insufficient management, misuse, or third-party use of passwords or usernames. A penalty of ¥200,000 per instance will be imposed for unauthorized transfers of usernames and passwords to third parties.
Article 4 (Prohibited Acts)
- Customers must not engage in or attempt the following acts while using the Service:
(1) Acts that violate laws or relate to criminal activities.
(2) Acts that go against public order and morals.
(3) Acts infringing on the intellectual property or other rights of the Company or others.
(4) Acts that interfere with the operation of the Service.
(5) Lending, transferring, changing ownership, or selling Service materials to third parties.
(6) Viewing materials for competitive purposes or using materials for teaching or sales by competitors.
(7) Other unreasonable nuisances. - If a Customer violates any of the above or if deemed inappropriate by the Company, the Company may suspend or cancel their access without prior notice.
Article 5 (Handling of Personal Information)
The handling of Customers’ personal information is subject to the Company’s Privacy Policy.
Article 6 (Prohibition of Assignment of Rights)
Customers may not assign, transfer, pledge, or otherwise dispose of their contractual status or rights under these Terms without prior written consent from the Company.
Article 7 (Compensation for Damages)
- The Company shall not be liable for damages exceeding the fees paid by the Customer for the Service, except in cases of intentional or gross negligence by the Company. Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages and lost profits are excluded from compensation.
- Customers shall resolve any third-party claims related to their use of the Service at their own expense and responsibility.
- If the Customer causes damages to the Company due to intentional or negligent actions, they shall compensate the Company for such damages.
Article 8 (Service Suspension or Discontinuation)
- The Service may be suspended without prior notice under the following conditions:
(1) Emergencies such as natural disasters or accidents.
(2) Unavoidable maintenance or construction of telecommunication facilities.
(3) Equipment failures or other unavoidable circumstances.
(4) Legal or regulatory requirements. - If continued provision of the Service becomes difficult, the Company may discontinue it upon notice to Customers.
- The Company shall not be liable for any damages caused by the suspension or discontinuation of the Service.