Terms & Conditions

1. About This Website

Tattoo Friendly Onsen is an informational directory designed to help travelers find onsen (hot springs) in Japan that welcome guests with tattoos.

We strive to provide accurate and helpful information, but we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or availability of listings at any given time.

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2. Use at Your Own Risk

By using this site, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Visiting any onsen listed on our site is done at your own discretion and risk.
• We are not responsible for your experience at any onsen, ryokan, hotel, or other accommodation.
• Tattoo policies may change over time. We strongly recommend confirming details directly with the onsen before visiting.

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3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, layout, and branding — is the property of Tattoo Friendly Onsen unless otherwise noted.

You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute any content from this site without our prior written permission.

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4. Third-Party Links

This website may include links to external websites (e.g., official onsen pages or tourism resources).

We are not responsible for the content, availability, or privacy practices of external websites. Use of third-party sites is at your own discretion and subject to their own terms and privacy policies.

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5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tattoo Friendly Onsen shall not be liable for any:

• Damages, losses, or issues resulting from your use of this website;
• Inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete listing information;
• Experiences at any onsen, business, venue, or destination listed on our site.

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6. Newsletter Signups

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will collect your email address for the purpose of sending occasional updates related to Tattoo Friendly Onsen.

• Your consent is required and requested at the time of signup.
• You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email or by contacting us directly.
• We do not share or sell your email address with third parties.
• Your email is securely stored and processed by MailerLite, a GDPR-compliant service provider.

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7. Data Protection & GDPR Compliance

As an EU-based website, we handle personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We may collect personal data (such as your email address) when you sign up for our newsletter or contact us. We also use privacy-focused analytics tools (such as Plausible Analytics) that do not collect personal data or use cookies.

Your rights under GDPR include:

• Access to your personal data
• Correction or deletion of your data
• Restriction of or objection to data processing
• Data portability
• The right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority or with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens)

For more details, please review our [Privacy Policy].

8. Consumer Rights Notice

Tattoo Friendly Onsen is an independent content and listing platform.

We do not sell travel services, facilitate bookings, or act as an agent for any onsen or accommodation provider.

No contract is formed between you and any third party through our website.

You are responsible for verifying all information and arranging any visits or bookings independently.

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9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Netherlands.

Any disputes arising from your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

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10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions as our website evolves. The "Last Updated" date at the top will always indicate the most current version.

By continuing to use the site after updates are posted, you agree to the revised terms.

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11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions or how your personal data is handled, please feel free to contact us.