Terms of use
Effective date: September 25, 2026
1. Informational content only
The articles, guides, and other content on the Website are provided for general information only. They do not constitute legal, tax, accounting, immigration, or investment advice, and they may not reflect the latest changes in laws or regulations. Please consult a qualified professional about your specific situation.
2. Our services and licensed work
HAKATAYA provides bilingual advisory and concierge services. Work that Japanese law reserves for licensed professionals, such as tax representation, commercial and legal registrations, visa applications, and social insurance procedures, is performed by independent licensed partner professionals under their own engagements. The specific scope and fees of any service are agreed separately in advance.
3. No guarantee of results
Past results, including financing approval rates, do not guarantee future outcomes. Decisions on loans, visas, registrations, and similar matters are made by the relevant financial institutions and government authorities.
4. Intellectual property
All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, and design, belongs to HAKATAYA or its licensors. You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute it without our prior written permission, except as permitted by law.
5. Prohibited conduct
When using the Website, you must not: violate any law or public order; submit false information; interfere with the operation of the Website; access it without authorization; or infringe the rights of HAKATAYA or any third party.
6. External links
The Website may link to third-party websites. HAKATAYA is not responsible for the content or practices of those websites.
7. Disclaimer and limitation of liability
We try to keep the Website accurate and available, but we do not guarantee that its content is complete, accurate, or up to date, or that the Website will be free of interruptions or errors. To the extent permitted by law, HAKATAYA is not liable for any damage arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website.
8. Changes
We may change these Terms or the content of the Website at any time. The updated Terms take effect when posted on this page.
9. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan. The district court having jurisdiction over the location of HAKATAYA’s head office shall have exclusive jurisdiction of the first instance over any dispute relating to the Website.
HAKATAYA acts as your English-speaking concierge in Japan, bridging foreign founders with trusted accounting and legal experts.