Last updated: May 24, 2026
By accessing or using japanesemythicalcreatures.com (the “Site”), operated by Jerome Heuze, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
Educational purpose
Japanese Mythical Creatures provides informational content about Japanese folklore, yōkai, kami, and related cultural topics, including a directory of Shinto shrines. Content is for general educational and cultural appreciation purposes only. It is not professional travel, legal, religious, or medical advice.
Content warning
Some material describes supernatural beings, death, violence, or frightening themes from traditional folklore. Viewer discretion is advised, especially for younger audiences. See our site footer for the full content advisory.
Accuracy and shrine data
We strive for accuracy but do not guarantee that all entries are complete, current, or error-free. Shrine locations and details may be sourced from OpenStreetMap and other third-party data, sometimes supplemented with editorial or AI-assisted text. Always verify important travel or visit information independently before relying on it.
Intellectual property
Site design, original text, logos, and compilation of content are protected by applicable copyright laws. You may share links to our pages and quote brief excerpts with attribution. You may not scrape, republish substantial portions, or use our content for commercial republication without written permission.
User submissions
If you submit shrine corrections, contact messages, or other content, you grant us a non-exclusive license to use, edit, and display that material for operating and improving the Site. You represent that your submission is accurate to the best of your knowledge and does not violate any third-party rights.
Affiliate and advertising links
The Site may include affiliate links and advertisements. We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases. Third-party sites linked from the Site are governed by their own terms and policies.
Prohibited use
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for unlawful purposes or to harass others
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data
- Submit spam, malware, or automated bulk requests that impair performance
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation when contacting us
Disclaimer of warranties
The Site is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content.
Changes
We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Contact
Questions about these Terms? Email contact@japanesemythicalcreatures.com or visit our Contact page.
