Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to BeART World JAPAN ("BeART World JAPAN," "we," "our," or "us").

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the BeART World JAPAN website, services, content, and related offerings.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please discontinue use of the website and services.

2. About BeART World JAPAN

BeART World JAPAN sources, curates, commissions, and facilitates access to authentic Japanese cultural works, including artworks, crafts, and related cultural objects.

We work directly with creators and selected partners to connect cultural works with collectors, interior designers, hospitality groups, and other clients worldwide.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into binding agreements to use our services.

By using this website, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

4. Products and Services

Products, services, creator information, images, descriptions, and pricing displayed on the website are provided for informational purposes and may change without notice.

Many works offered through BeART World JAPAN are handmade, one-of-a-kind, limited edition, or custom-created. Variations in materials, dimensions, color, texture, and craftsmanship are natural characteristics of authentic cultural works and do not constitute defects.

5. Orders and Availability

All orders, inquiries, commissions, and sourcing requests are subject to acceptance and availability.

BeART World JAPAN reserves the right to:

Refuse or cancel an order or request
Correct pricing or description errors
Limit quantities
Discontinue products or services without notice

Custom commissions, sourcing engagements, and hospitality placements may require separate written agreements.

6. Pricing and Payment

Prices are displayed in the currency indicated on the website unless otherwise stated.

Applicable taxes, duties, customs fees, import charges, shipping fees, and other governmental charges may be the responsibility of the purchaser unless expressly stated otherwise.

Payment terms may vary depending on the nature of the transaction and may be communicated separately.

7. Authenticity and Provenance

BeART World JAPAN is committed to documenting and preserving information relating to the authenticity, origin, and provenance of cultural works.

Where applicable, authenticated works may include:

Creator verification
A Certificate of Authenticity
Provenance records
Supporting documentation

While BeART World JAPAN takes reasonable measures to verify information provided by creators and partners, authenticity documentation reflects information available at the time of issuance.

Additional information regarding authenticity and provenance may be provided through the BeART World JAPAN Authenticity & Provenance Policy.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, designs, graphics, videos, software, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to BeART World JAPAN and protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, transmitted, or commercially exploited without prior written permission.

9. Creator Content

Creator biographies, images, statements, descriptions, and related materials are provided for informational purposes.

All creator-related intellectual property remains the property of the respective creator unless otherwise stated.

10. User Conduct

You agree not to:

Violate any applicable law or regulation
Interfere with the operation of the website
Attempt unauthorized access to systems or accounts
Upload malicious code or harmful content
Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
Use the website for unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purposes

11. Third-Party Services and Links

The website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources.

BeART World JAPAN is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, products, services, or availability of third-party websites.

Accessing third-party websites is done at your own risk.

12. Disclaimer

The website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BeART World JAPAN makes no warranties regarding:

Continuous website availability
Error-free operation
Accuracy or completeness of information
Suitability of products or services for a particular purpose
Third-party information or content

13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, BeART World JAPAN shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from the use of the website, products, services, or related content.

To the extent permitted by law, the total liability of BeART World JAPAN shall not exceed the amount paid by the customer for the product or service directly giving rise to the claim.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless BeART World JAPAN, its directors, officers, employees, affiliates, contractors, and representatives from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:

Your use of the website
Your violation of these Terms
Your infringement of any third-party rights

15. Changes to These Terms

BeART World JAPAN may update these Terms from time to time.

Updated versions will be posted on this page together with the revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.

17. Contact Information

BeART World JAPAN Co., Ltd.

Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

Email: info@beartworld.com

Website: https://www.beartworld.com

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us using the information above.