Terms of Use

Last updated: May 2026

Overview

This website (https://otcguidejapan.com) is operated by OTC Guide Japan. Throughout the site, the terms "we", "us" and "our" refer to OTC Guide Japan. By visiting our site, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read these Terms of Use carefully before accessing or using our website. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions, you may not access the website.

1. General Conditions

We reserve the right to refuse access to anyone for any reason at any time. You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any portion of the site or its content without express written permission by us.

2. Medical Information Disclaimer

All information on this site is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Medicine information — including ingredients, dosage, and usage instructions — is provided as a reference based on official Japanese product documentation, and may not reflect the most current labeling. Always consult a qualified pharmacist (薬剤師), registered salesperson (登録販売者), physician, or other licensed healthcare professional before taking any medication. See our full Disclaimer.

3. Accuracy, Completeness and Timeliness

We are not responsible if information on this site is not accurate, complete or current. The material on this site is provided for general information only and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for making decisions. Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk. We reserve the right to modify the contents of this site at any time without obligation to update any information.

4. Affiliate Links

This site participates in the Amazon Japan affiliate program. Some product links on this site are affiliate links — if you click a link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only link to products that are genuinely relevant to the content on this site. Affiliate relationships do not influence the accuracy or objectivity of the information we provide.

5. Third-Party Links

This site may contain links to third-party websites (including Amazon Japan, manufacturer websites, and other resources). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of those sites. Any transactions or interactions with third-party sites are solely between you and the third party. We are not liable for any harm or damages arising from your use of third-party sites.

6. Intellectual Property

All original content on OTC Guide Japan — including text and design — is owned by OTC Guide Japan. Product names, images, and trademarks are the property of their respective manufacturers and are used for identification and reference purposes only. You may share links to pages for personal, non-commercial use. You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute content for commercial purposes without written permission.

7. Prohibited Uses

You are prohibited from using this site: (a) for any unlawful purpose; (b) to infringe upon our intellectual property rights or the rights of others; (c) to submit false or misleading information; (d) to upload or transmit viruses or malicious code; (e) to collect or track personal information of others; (f) to spam, scrape, or systematically download content; or (g) to interfere with the security of the site.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content. Your use of the site is at your sole risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OTC Guide Japan, its operators, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind arising from your use of this site or its content — including but not limited to reliance on medicine information, use of affiliate links, or access to third-party sites.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless OTC Guide Japan and its operators from any claim or demand, including reasonable costs, arising from your breach of these Terms or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Contact

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