Last updated: April 2026
These Terms & Conditions govern your use of the Explore Osaka website at explore.osaka. By accessing or using this site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
About This Site
Explore Osaka is an independent English-language travel publication providing information, guides, and recommendations about Osaka, Japan. The site is operated independently and is not affiliated with the City of Osaka, Osaka Tourism Bureau, or any Japanese government body.
Use of This Site
You may use this site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, or republish content from this site without prior written permission.
- Scrape, crawl, or systematically extract content from this site using automated tools.
- Use content from this site to train machine learning or artificial intelligence models without prior written permission.
- Frame or mirror any part of this site on another website without permission.
- Use this site in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or that could damage the reputation of Explore Osaka.
Accuracy of Information
We make every effort to ensure the information published on this site is accurate and up to date. However, travel information changes frequently. Prices, opening hours, transport schedules, visa requirements, and other practical details may have changed since publication.
All content on this site is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional advice of any kind. You are responsible for independently verifying any information before making travel decisions, bookings, or purchases based on it.
We accept no liability for any loss, inconvenience, or expense arising from reliance on information published on this site.
Affiliate Links and Commercial Relationships
This site contains affiliate links. When you click certain links and make a booking or purchase, we may earn a commission from the third-party platform at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial recommendations. For a full explanation of how we handle commercial relationships, see our Editorial Policy.
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We are not a party to any transaction you make with a third-party platform. Any bookings, purchases, or agreements made through external sites are governed entirely by the terms and conditions of those platforms. We accept no responsibility for third-party products, services, pricing, availability, or conduct.
Intellectual Property
All original content on this site — including text, photography, graphics, and design — is the property of Explore Osaka and is protected by applicable copyright law. All rights are reserved unless explicitly stated otherwise.
You may share links to pages on this site freely. You may quote brief excerpts (fewer than 50 words) for commentary, criticism, or editorial purposes provided you include a clear attribution and a link back to the original page. Any other reproduction or use of content requires prior written permission. To request permission, use the Contact page.
Third-Party Links
This site contains links to external websites, including affiliate platforms, official tourism resources, and other references. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes. We do not endorse, control, or accept responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party site. Visiting external links is at your own discretion.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Explore Osaka and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from:
- Your use of, or inability to use, this site.
- Reliance on any information published on this site.
- Any transaction made with a third party reached via a link on this site.
- Any interruption, suspension, or termination of the site.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. When we do, the “last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. Continued use of the site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the relevant courts.
Contact
For any questions about these terms, use the Contact page.
These terms apply to all pages and content published on explore.osaka.