Terms and Conditions for Shodo Spice

Welcome to Shodo Spice. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our online platform and the services we provide, including traditional Japanese cooking master classes, ramen and sushi workshops, culinary cultural immersion programs, and calligraphy-infused menu design. By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our services.

2. Services Provided

Shodo Spice offers a range of culinary and cultural educational services, including:

• Traditional Japanese cooking master classes.
• Ramen and sushi workshops.
• Culinary cultural immersion programs.
• Calligraphy-infused menu design consultations.

Specific details, schedules, and pricing for each service are provided on our online platform and are subject to change.

3. User Obligations

As a user of our services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information when registering for classes or services.
• Comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
• Respect the instructors, staff, and other participants in our workshops and classes.
• Refrain from any activity that could disrupt or interfere with the proper functioning of our platform or services.

4. Booking and Payment

All bookings for classes and services must be made through our designated online system. Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your spot. We accept various payment methods as indicated on our platform. All prices are in Japanese Yen unless otherwise specified.

5. Cancellation and Refunds

Cancellation policies vary depending on the service booked. Specific cancellation and refund terms will be clearly stated at the time of booking for each class or program. Generally, cancellations made within a certain period before the scheduled service may be subject to a cancellation fee or may not be eligible for a full refund.

• For culinary immersion programs, a deposit may be non-refundable.
• Workshop bookings typically require at least 7 days notice for a full refund.
• Less than 7 days notice may result in partial or no refund, depending on specific program terms.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on our online platform, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and culinary techniques shared during classes, is the intellectual property of Shodo Spice or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our express written permission. The calligraphy designs featured in our services are also protected intellectual property.

7. Limitation of Liability

Shodo Spice makes every effort to ensure the safety and quality of our services. However, participation in cooking classes and culinary activities involves inherent risks. Shodo Spice shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from the use or inability to use our services, even if Shodo Spice has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be resolved in the courts located in Tokyo, Japan.

9. Changes to Terms

Shodo Spice reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms and Conditions at any time. We will provide notice of any significant changes by posting the new terms on our online platform. Your continued use of our services after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at: