Terms of Use

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) set out the conditions for using Private Wisdom (“this blog”). By using this blog, you agree to these Terms.

1. About the information on this blog

Articles are based on the author’s own visits to the restaurants, venues and destinations described. Facts such as opening hours, prices, menus and access were checked against official or primary sources at the time of publication, but they may change afterwards. Please confirm the latest information on official websites before you go.

Articles about investment, asset management or starting a company describe the author’s personal experience and views. They are not a recommendation to buy or sell any financial product, and any decision you make is your own responsibility.

2. Disclaimer

We make every effort to keep the information accurate, but we do not guarantee that it is complete, accurate or up to date. Except in cases of our wilful misconduct or gross negligence, we are not liable for any loss arising from the use of information on this blog.

We are not responsible for the content of external sites linked from this blog, or for products and services offered there.

3. Advertising and affiliate links

This blog displays advertising through Google AdSense and participates in affiliate programmes such as Amazon Associates. Articles containing affiliate links are labelled “PR”. See the Privacy Policy for details.

4. Copyright

Copyright in the text and photographs on this blog belongs to the author or the rightful owner. Reproduction beyond the scope of fair quotation is not permitted. When quoting, please cite the article title and URL as the source.

5. Prohibited conduct

When using this blog, you must not:

  • break the law or act against public order and morals
  • infringe the rights or reputation of this blog or any third party
  • submit false information, spam or promotional content through comments or the contact form
  • interfere with the operation of this blog

6. Comments

Comments are published after review. Comments that breach section 5 or are unrelated to the article may be hidden or removed without notice.

7. Personal information

How we handle personal information is described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms when necessary. The updated Terms take effect when they are posted on this page.

9. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan. The Tokyo District Court has exclusive jurisdiction as the court of first instance for any dispute relating to this blog.

If you have any questions, please use the contact form.

Established: 5 May 2025
Last updated: 20 September 2026