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Introduction

Welcome to Sekaiplus, the leading platform for translating and publishing Japanese novels. These Terms of Service establish the rules and conditions that govern your use of our website and services.

By using Sekaiplus, you agree to comply with these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Definitions

• "Website" refers to the Sekaiplus website and all associated pages and services.
• "Services" refers to all services provided by Sekaiplus, including the translation publishing platform and premium membership.
• "User" refers to any person who visits the website or uses our services.
• "Translator" refers to a user who publishes translations of Japanese novels on our platform.
• "Premium Membership" refers to the paid subscription that provides additional features to users.

Registration and Accounts

To access some of our services, you may need to create an account. When creating an account, you must provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and for all activities that occur under your account.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if there is a violation of these Terms of Service or any other behavior we consider harmful to the website or other users.

Publishing Services for Translators

Sekaiplus provides a platform for translators to publish their translations of Japanese novels with the aim of spreading culture and knowledge and facilitating access to Japanese literature for a wider audience. We believe in the importance of translation as a cultural bridge between peoples.

Translator Responsibilities

By using our publishing services, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• You are providing your own translation of the original work, not a copy of others' translations.
• You understand that translation is considered a derivative work of the original, and that the rights to the original work remain with their owners.
• You are providing your translation for educational, cultural, and non-commercial purposes, in accordance with fair use principles.
• The content you publish does not contain illegal, offensive, or harmful materials.
• You agree to remove content if requested by the original rights holder.

License Granted to the Platform

By publishing your translation on Sekaiplus, you grant the platform:

• A worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your translation on the platform.
• The right to format and modify the appearance of the content (without changing the substance) to improve its display on the platform.
• The right to maintain an archival copy of the content even after it has been removed from public display.

Source Attribution

The Sekaiplus platform automatically:

• Clearly indicates the original source of the translated work.
• Displays the original author and publisher of the work on the display page.
• Clarifies that the published content is an unofficial translation not commercially authorized.

This information appears automatically in the platform interface without requiring translator intervention, ensuring transparency and full respect for the rights of the original authors.

Content Removal

We reserve the right to remove any content in the following cases:

• If we receive a notice from the original rights holder requesting removal of the content.
• If the content violates these terms or any applicable laws.
• If the content is deemed inappropriate at our sole discretion.

We strive to balance encouraging translation as a cultural and educational activity while respecting the intellectual property rights of original authors and publishers.

Premium Membership

Sekaiplus offers a paid premium membership plan that provides additional features and benefits. By subscribing to the premium membership, you agree to the following:

Subscription and Fees

• You will be billed in advance on a recurring basis depending on the period you select (monthly or annually).
• Your subscription will automatically renew at the end of each period unless you cancel it before the renewal date.
• You can cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings.
• We do not provide refunds except in specific cases according to our refund policy.

Premium Membership Benefits

• Early access to newly translated chapters.
• Ad-free browsing.
• Advanced search and filtering features.
• Exclusive content for premium members.
• Priority support from our customer service team.

We reserve the right to modify the premium membership benefits or prices at any time, with prior notice to users.

Intellectual Property Rights

Sekaiplus acknowledges that the original content of translated novels published on the platform may be owned by the original rights holders. We operate as a platform that allows translators to share their translations of literary works for the purpose of spreading culture and knowledge.

The original elements of the Sekaiplus website, including logos, design, and software, are the property of Sekaiplus and are protected by intellectual property rights.

We believe in the fair use of content for educational and cultural purposes. However, we respect intellectual property rights and are committed to complying with applicable copyright laws.

Content Removal Notice

If you are an intellectual property rights owner and believe that content posted on our platform infringes your rights, please send a notice to [email protected] containing the following information:

• Identification of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed.
• Identification of the content on our platform that you claim infringes your rights, with direct links.
• Your contact information.
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the content is not authorized by the intellectual property owner, its agent, or the law.
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you are the rights owner or authorized to act on behalf of the rights owner.
• Your electronic or physical signature.

We will review your notice as soon as possible and take appropriate action, including removing infringing content if warranted.

Usage Restrictions

When using our website and services, you must refrain from:

• Violating any local, national, or international laws or regulations.
• Impersonating any person or entity.
• Collecting or storing personal information about other users.
• Posting or transmitting any unlawful, harmful, defamatory, obscene, or offensive content.
• Using the website in a way that could disable, damage, or impair the website or our servers.
• Attempting unauthorized access to any part of the website or our systems.

Disclaimer

The Sekaiplus website and its services are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will be continuously available or error-free.

We are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the website or inability to use it.

Modifications to Terms of Service

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated terms on this page and updating the "last updated" date below.

Your continued use of the website after the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the applicable laws in your country of residence or domicile. We respect the legal diversity of users from different parts of the world and strive to comply with local laws applicable in each region.

In the event of a dispute, it will be resolved according to the applicable laws in your country, with consideration of international laws relevant to digital content and intellectual property rights.

If you reside in a jurisdiction where the laws do not permit the use of our services, you are responsible for refraining from using the site.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or inquiries about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Last updated: April 28, 2025