Terms of Use — Hello World Japan

By accessing or using Hello World Japan at https://helloworldjapan.com ("the site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. The site is operated by Dawnlight LLC, a company registered in Japan.

Use of Content

All articles, text, images, and other content published on this site are the property of Hello World Japan / Dawnlight LLC unless otherwise stated. You may read, share, and link to any content on this site, provided you give appropriate credit and do not misrepresent the source.

You may not reproduce, republish, or redistribute full articles without prior written permission. Brief excerpts (up to two paragraphs) may be quoted with a clear link back to the original article.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

Use the site for any unlawful purpose
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the site or its infrastructure
Use automated tools to scrape or crawl the site in ways that place unreasonable load on our servers
Use our content to train AI or machine learning models without explicit written permission
Impersonate Hello World Japan, Dawnlight LLC, or any of our contributors

Informational Purpose Only

The content on Hello World Japan covers topics such as working in Japan, visa categories, financial services, and tech career information. This content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, immigration, or professional advice. Laws and regulations change frequently — always verify current requirements with the relevant Japanese government authorities or a qualified professional before making decisions.

Affiliate and Referral Links

Some links on this site are affiliate or referral links. If you click one and sign up for a service or make a purchase, we may receive a commission or referral bonus at no additional cost to you. This helps support the site and keep it running.

We only link to services we have researched and would recommend on their own merits. Affiliate relationships do not influence editorial decisions — we do not accept payment to feature or favour any particular product or service in our articles.

Third-Party Links

This site contains links to third-party websites, including job boards, government agencies, financial services, and other resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over the content or practices of those sites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage arising from your use of them. Linking does not imply endorsement.

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receiving periodic emails from Hello World Japan. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email. We will never sell or share your email address with third parties.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Japanese law, Dawnlight LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this site or reliance on its content, including but not limited to decisions made regarding employment, visas, or financial matters.

Intellectual Property

The Hello World Japan name, logo, and associated branding are the property of Dawnlight LLC. You may not use them without prior written permission.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these terms 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 will reflect any changes.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising from your use of this site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.

Contact

For any questions about these terms, please contact:
Dawnlight LLC / Hello World Japan
contact@helloworldjapan.com