Terms of Use for "Mumon (ミューモン)"

"MUSIC MONSTER Pte. Ltd." (hereinafter referred to as "the Company") hereby sets forth the following Terms of Use (hereinafter referred to as "these Terms") for the application "Mumon (ミューモン)" operated and provided by the Company (hereinafter referred to, together with the application that must be installed to use the service, as "the App").


Article 1 (Introduction)

  1. Users may use the App only if they agree to these Terms. Users shall use the App within the scope determined by the Company, depending on conditions such as age and usage environment.
  2. The Company reserves the right to change, suspend, or terminate the contents of the App or any services provided through the App at any time, at its sole discretion.
  3. Users who do not agree to these Terms may not use the App. Such users must immediately cease downloading, installing, or using the App. If the user has already installed the App, they must uninstall it.
  4. If the user is a minor, they must obtain consent from their legal guardian (such as a parent) before using the App. Minors may not use the App without such consent and must immediately stop downloading, installing, or using the App. If a minor uses the App, it will be deemed that they have obtained consent to these Terms from their legal guardian.
  5. Users shall operate the App on a smartphone or tablet device they own (hereinafter simply referred to as "device").

Article 2 (Amendments to These Terms)

  1. The Company may amend these Terms by specifying the effective date of such amendments and providing notice through appropriate means, such as publishing the amended Terms, the details of the amendments, and the effective date on the App or on a website separately designated by the Company, in any of the following cases:

    1. (1) When the changes are beneficial to the user;
    2. (2) When the changes do not conflict with the purpose of these Terms and are reasonable in light of the necessity of the change, the appropriateness of the amended content, and other relevant circumstances.
  2. Amendments to these Terms as set forth in the preceding paragraph shall become effective as of the specified effective date, and the amended Terms shall apply to all users from that date onward.

Article 3 (Ownership of Copyrights and Other Rights)

  1. All copyrights and other intellectual property rights, portrait rights, publicity rights, moral rights, ownership rights, and other property rights related to the text, images, programs, and all other information that constitute the App—excluding rights related to content created by the user—belong to the Company or third parties holding such rights.
  2. The Company may store and accumulate all information that users post, upload, or save within the App (including but not limited to textual and image data; hereinafter referred to as "User Content") and may use such content freely, without compensation, time limitations, or conditions, in any form, for the purpose of ensuring smooth operation of the App, improving the App, and promoting or advertising the Company or the App (including promotional articles or content published via third-party media). Users agree to this usage.

Article 4 (Handling of User Information)

  1. Through the provision of the App, the Company may collect the following types of information (hereinafter referred to as "User Information"):

    • Personal information about the user: Account name (including real names, if provided), email address, date of birth, gender, etc., as submitted by the user through the App.
    • Information about the user's device: User agent, device type, operating system, cookie information, advertising identifiers, device language settings, country of access, etc.
    • Information about the network environment: Carrier, communication environment, access region, etc.
    • Information about usage: App version, usage history, etc.
  2. When User Information is stored or accumulated, the Company will handle such information with the care of a good manager in accordance with its Privacy Policy, and use it for the following purposes:

    1. Operation of the App (including verifying that the user is a legitimate user of the App, contacting the user regarding the App, monitoring for appropriate use, aggregating and analyzing usage and browsing history, and providing users with information about the App or related products and services of advertising partners or affiliated companies based on these analyses).
    2. Notifying users about important matters that significantly affect the operation of the App (including major changes or temporary suspension of the App).
    3. Contacting users to request consent regarding the handling of their User Information.
    4. Creating statistical data about usage trends, and publishing or providing such data on the App, the Company’s website, or to third parties.
    5. Using the data for marketing analysis and other R&D purposes to improve the convenience of the App (in such cases, if outsourcing to third parties, information will be anonymized so that individuals cannot be identified).
  3. The Company will not disclose User Information to third parties, except in the following cases:

    1. When aggregating or analyzing User Information for the purpose of improving the App, developing related businesses, conducting research and development, or marketing by partner companies.
    2. When disclosing or providing such aggregated or analyzed information to third parties in a form that does not identify any individual.
    3. When the user has consented to the disclosure or use of their personal information.
    4. When it is necessary to disclose or use personal information to provide a service requested by the user.
    5. When a third party (hereinafter referred to as a "Partner") contracted by the Company to provide services needs personal information to deliver the requested service. (Such Partners may not use the information beyond the scope necessary for service provision.)
    6. When the user responds to surveys or similar activities provided by the Company, and the response data (including text, numbers, still images, video, etc.) is shared with third parties. (In such cases, the data will be provided only to the survey sponsors and Partners, and in a format that does not identify individuals.)
    7. When sending users information about advertisements, services, etc., from the Company or its Partners.
    8. When required by law.
    9. When it is necessary to protect the life, body, or property of the Company, users, or third parties, or to protect all services provided by the Company.
    10. When it is particularly necessary for the improvement of public health or the sound development of children.
    11. When cooperation is required for a government agency, local authority, or their delegated agent to carry out legally mandated duties, and the request for disclosure is lawful.
    12. When part of the User Information (such as cookie data or advertising identifiers) is provided for the purpose of advertising distribution.
  4. If a user wishes to stop the provision of the User Information described in item 12 of the previous section (such as cookie data or advertising identifiers), they may opt out or disable data sharing. If the user wishes to stop all provision of User Information, they must uninstall the App.

Article 5 (Storage of User Information and User Content)

  1. The Company bears no obligation to store user information or user content and does not guarantee their completeness or availability. If users wish to preserve their information or content, they must do so at their own responsibility by creating backups.
  2. In the event that a user withdraws from the App or the Company discontinues operation of the App, the Company may, at its discretion, delete all user information and user content. The Company will not accommodate any requests for the return or recovery of such data.

Article 6 (User Content)

  1. Since the App allows users to post text, images, and other types of information, there is a possibility that inappropriate content—such as defamation, discrimination, or criticism—may be temporarily displayed. Users acknowledge and accept this risk.
  2. If it becomes clear that inappropriate content such as defamation, discrimination, or criticism as described in the preceding paragraph exists, the Company will take appropriate action, such as deleting the relevant content.
  3. For the purpose of ensuring the proper operation of the App, the Company may review the content of posts and messages made within the App.

Article 7 (Fees and Charges)

  1. In principle, users may use the App free of charge. However, the Company may offer certain additional or extended features as paid options at the user’s discretion, and may also provide paid services (including but not limited to the sale of points, items, or other in-app content).
  2. The Company may, at its discretion, change the pricing of features designated as free or paid within the App. Users acknowledge in advance that if they do not agree to such changes, they may be unable to use all or part of the App.
  3. All costs related to the use of the App—such as purchasing, setting up, or maintaining a device, data charges, packet fees, and other communication-related expenses—shall be borne solely by the user.

Article 8 (Paid Services)

  1. While the App is available free of charge, certain features or services may be offered for a fee.
  2. The pricing of paid services will be indicated at each point of sale. If the price is changed due to a decision by the Company or a payment processing provider, the updated price will be displayed. For services that incur recurring charges, such information will also be clearly indicated at each point of sale.
  3. Items or benefits obtained through paid services cannot be transferred to another account.
  4. If a minor uses the service—including the purchase of paid items or services—they must obtain prior consent from their legal guardian (such as a parent). This includes agreeing to these Terms and any separate terms of use related to specific services.
  5. If a minor uses the service by falsely claiming to have their legal guardian’s consent, or by pretending to be of legal age, or by engaging in fraudulent conduct as defined in Article 21 of the Civil Code (Act No. 89 of 1896), they shall not be entitled to revoke any legal acts conducted within the service.
  6. If a user who agreed to these Terms or any separate terms of use while underage continues to use the service after reaching the age of majority, it shall be deemed that they have ratified all legal acts related to the use of the service.

Article 9 (Prohibited Conduct)

The Company prohibits users from engaging in any of the following actions in connection with the use of the App:

  1. Acts that violate laws, public order and morals, or these Terms, or acts that may do so.
  2. Infringing on the copyrights or other intellectual property rights, portrait rights, publicity rights, moral rights, ownership, or any other property rights of the Company or third parties.
  3. Unjust discrimination, defamation, or damaging the reputation or credibility of the Company, third parties, or the App.
  4. Posting, writing, or uploading any user content that includes harassment, obscenity, abusive language, or content that causes discomfort to others.
  5. Bullying, threatening, or encouraging or inciting such behavior.
  6. Inducing or encouraging suicide or self-harm.
  7. Sending cruel or disturbing content that causes discomfort to others.
  8. Sending violent content or content that incites violence.
  9. Acts with the intent of seeking or promoting encounters.
  10. Posting links to adult websites, dating services, or any conduct aimed at promoting romantic encounters.
  11. Acts for the purpose of sexual acts or obscene behavior.
  12. Sending obscene material, nudity, content depicting genitalia, child pornography, child abuse, or other harmful content to minors.
  13. Encouraging or facilitating runaway behavior by minors.
  14. Obtaining, disclosing, altering, or leaking personally identifiable information (such as names, phone numbers, email addresses, home addresses, schools, workplaces, etc.) or confidential business information without proper consent.
  15. Impersonating third parties or registering/posting false information.
  16. Stalking, persistently following, or engaging in any conduct against the will of another user.
  17. Unauthorized access or deceptive conduct that causes others to believe you are someone else.
  18. Promoting or engaging in pyramid schemes, multi-level marketing, or similar chain transactions.
  19. Engaging in profit-seeking activities without the Company’s prior approval.
  20. Creating multiple accounts or sharing a single account among multiple individuals without the Company’s prior approval.
  21. Placing excessive loads on the servers or network used to operate the App.
  22. Altering, damaging, reverse assembling, reverse compiling, or reverse engineering the App.
  23. Disrupting the servers, networks, or systems of the App.
  24. Using bots, cheat tools, or other technical means to manipulate the service unfairly.
  25. Intentionally exploiting bugs or glitches in the App.
  26. Accessing the App using a modified device (e.g., jailbroken or rooted).
  27. Illegally obtaining in-app content (such as points or items) or promoting such conduct.
  28. Transferring or allowing the use of user rights, accounts, or in-app content in exchange for money or other financial benefits, or promoting such transfers.
  29. Engaging in conduct that causes or may cause inconvenience or damage to the Company or third parties.
  30. Interfering with or attempting to interfere with the operation of the App.
  31. Any other conduct deemed inappropriate and equivalent to the above.

Article 10 (Suspension, Termination, or Modification of the App)

  1. The Company may, at its sole discretion and by providing prior notice within a reasonable period, suspend or terminate all or part of the App at any time.
  2. The Company may, at its sole discretion, change the content or name of the App at any time without prior notice to or consent from the users.

Article 11 (Disclaimers)

  1. The Company does not guarantee that the App does not infringe upon the rights of third parties, nor that using the App will not infringe upon the rights of third parties.
  2. Users shall use the App at their own responsibility and discretion. The Company makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, correctness, appropriateness, applicability, usefulness, or availability of the App, nor does it guarantee that the App meets the user’s intended purpose or is compatible with the user’s device.
  3. The Company is not involved in any transactions made through the App and does not guarantee the accuracy of any information obtained through the App. Users shall resolve any disputes arising between themselves and other users at their own responsibility and discretion.
  4. In addition to the previous article, the Company shall not be liable to users if the App becomes temporarily or permanently unavailable due to force majeure events, including but not limited to fire, power outages, natural disasters, war, civil unrest, riots, labor disputes, or measures based on laws and regulations. The Company may also suspend or terminate the App in such circumstances without bearing any responsibility to users.
  5. In addition to the cases stated in the previous article and the preceding paragraph, the Company may temporarily or permanently suspend or terminate the App due to regular or emergency maintenance of the computer systems used to provide the App (including version upgrades), system failures, unauthorized access from third parties, computer viruses, or other unavoidable reasons. Except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence by the Company, the Company shall not be liable for any such events.
  6. The Company shall not be liable for any damages incurred by users or third parties in connection with the App. Furthermore, the Company will not refund any payments made by users for any reason.
  7. The Company shall not be responsible for any disputes, promises, warranties, or other issues between users and advertisers or sponsors related to advertisements shown on the App, nor for any losses or damages arising from such matters.
  8. The Company makes no guarantees regarding the legality, integrity, security, accuracy, or ethical standards of any third-party websites that can be accessed via links from the App.
  9. The Company is under no obligation to respond to or act upon any inquiries, opinions, suggestions, feedback, or other input received from users regarding the App. Even if the Company takes action in response to such input, it shall not be interpreted as an obligation to provide individual responses, reports, or monetary compensation to the user.

Article 12 (Management of Devices and Accounts)

  1. Users shall be solely responsible for managing their own devices used to access the App, as well as the accounts obtained through user registration (hereinafter referred to as "User Accounts").
  2. Users shall bear full responsibility for any actions taken using their devices or User Accounts, regardless of who actually performed the actions. If such actions cause damage to the Company or any third party, the user shall be liable for compensation.
  3. Except in cases where the Company is found to have acted with intent or negligence, the Company shall not be liable for any damages incurred by users due to device failure, loss, malware, spyware, viruses, hacking attacks by third parties, poor management of the User Account, user error, or unauthorized use by third parties.
  4. If a user suspects that their User Account has been fraudulently obtained or that their device or User Account is being used by a third party, they must promptly take all reasonable measures to prevent damage to the Company or third parties, including canceling their account or reporting the issue to the Company.

Article 13 (Account Suspension, etc.)

The Company may suspend part or all of the App’s services, suspend or delete the user's account, revoke membership, or take any other appropriate measures if the user falls under any of the following circumstances. The Company is under no obligation to disclose the reasons for such measures, and the user may not object to any such decisions.

  1. If the user violates or is suspected of violating these Terms, including engaging in prohibited conduct.
  2. If the user’s actions (including acts or omissions outside the App) interfere with or are likely to interfere with the operation of the App, regardless of the reason.
  3. If the user engages in any other inappropriate conduct equivalent to the above.

Article 14 (Prohibition of Transfer of Rights and Obligations)

Users shall not transfer, assign, pledge, or otherwise dispose of any rights or obligations under these Terms to any third party.

Article 15 (Withdrawal)

  1. When a user withdraws from the App, they must immediately fulfill all outstanding obligations owed to the Company at that time.
  2. If a user replaces the device used for the App due to repair, model change, or for any other reason, the transfer of user data or information from the previous device to the new one will not be possible, unless otherwise specifically provided by the Company.

Article 16 (Compensation for Damages)

  1. If a user causes damage to the Company or any third party (including but not limited to reasonable attorney's fees) as a result of violating these Terms, the user shall be liable to compensate for such damage.
  2. If the Company is held liable to a user for damages due to breach of obligation or tort, the Company shall only be liable for direct and ordinary damages actually incurred by the user.

Article 17 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)

  1. These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Japan.
  2. For any litigation or disputes arising in connection with the App or these Terms, the Tokyo District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction as the court of first instance.

Effective as of April 1, 2025