Terms of Use (Supporter)

Reference translation — the Japanese version is the official text. Japanese version (official text)

Article 1 (Application of Terms)

1. These Terms of Use set forth the conditions for Supporter registration and the use of features such as the forum on the official website (hereinafter referred to as the "Site") for the "1st KCP prototype 2026," an event organized by the KCF Executive Committee (hereinafter referred to as the "Committee") and operated by the KCP Operations Secretariat (hereinafter referred to as the "Secretariat").

2. Applicants must agree to these Terms of Use when registering as a Supporter; completion of registration constitutes agreement to these Terms.

Article 2 (Supporter Registration)

1. Supporter registration is limited to individuals; registration under the name of a corporation or organization is not permitted.

2. Information collected at the time of registration includes a display name (nickname), email address, password, and prefecture of residence (or country/region and city of residence for overseas residents).

3. Individuals under the age of 18 must obtain the consent of a guardian before registering. Upon registration, users are required to confirm that they have obtained such guardian consent.

4. The Secretariat reserves the right to cancel a registration if the registered information is found to be false.

Article 3 (Account Management)

1. Supporters are responsible for managing their own passwords and must not transfer or lend them to third parties.

2. The Committee and the Secretariat shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from the unauthorized use of an account, except in cases involving willful misconduct or gross negligence.

Article 4 (Use of the Forum)

1. While anyone may view threads, only registered Supporters may post content. Posts will display a badge indicating the poster's rank (Supporter / Creator / Senior Creator / Sponsor / Management).

2. When posting, users must comply with the "Usage Guidelines" published on the Site (covering posting etiquette, prohibited actions, specific operational rules, and post-submission actions). The Usage Guidelines constitute a part of these Terms and Conditions as an attachment thereto.

3. When making a post utilizing generative AI, please clearly state the manner in which the AI is used (transparency rule).

Article 5 (Prohibited Acts)

The following acts are prohibited. In the event of such acts, the Secretariat may take measures such as deleting the post, suspending usage, or cancelling registration:

(1) Defamation, harassment, or discriminatory remarks directed at others;

(2) Acts infringing upon the rights of third parties, including copyrights, portrait rights, and trademark rights;

(3) Spam or posts intended solely for advertising;

(4) Excessive solicitation regarding politics or religion;

(5) Acts contrary to public order and morals or applicable laws and regulations;

(6) Interference with operations or impersonation;

(7) Other acts deemed inappropriate by the Secretariat.

Article 6 (Reporting and Deletion)

1. Supporters may notify the Secretariat of posts suspected of violating the guidelines via the reporting function.

2. The Committee reserves the right to edit or delete posts that do not comply with the guidelines without prior notice. The Committee shall determine the application of deletion criteria.

Article 7 (Handling of Personal Information)

1. Acquired personal information shall be used for the purposes of operating this site, verifying identity, communicating important notices, and preventing unauthorized use.

2. Details shall be in accordance with the Privacy Policy posted on this site.

3. Display names, post content, and posting dates/times will be publicly displayed on the forum. Real names will not be displayed.

4. Users wishing to delete their registration (withdraw) must notify the Secretariat via the inquiry form on this site; the Secretariat will respond within a reasonable period following identity verification.

Article 8 (Limitation of Liability)

1. The Committee and the Secretariat shall not be liable for any damages arising from the temporary suspension, interruption, or modification of the specifications of this Site, except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence.

2. Any disputes arising between Supporters or between a Supporter and a third party shall be resolved between the parties involved.

Article 9 (Amendment of Terms)

These Terms may be amended as necessary. Amended Terms shall become effective upon posting on this Site. However, in the event of an amendment that significantly affects Supporters, advance notice shall generally be provided on this Site at least 14 days prior to the amendment taking effect.

Article 10 (Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Language)

1. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan.

2. In the event of any conflict or discrepancy between the Japanese version and the English version of these Terms, the Japanese version shall prevail.

3. The Kagoshima District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction as the court of first instance for any disputes arising in connection with these Terms.

This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. In the event of any discrepancy between the Japanese version and the English version, the Japanese version shall prevail.

(Supplementary Provisions)
Date of Enactment: September 17, 2026