1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing and using the Torqueenginebench website and services (the "Website"), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, you must discontinue your use of the Website immediately. We reserve the right to update, modify, or change these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website following any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms of Service. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.
2. Use License & Intellectual Property
Torqueenginebench grants you a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. All content on the Website, including text, images, graphics, icons, logos, videos, and guides, is the proprietary property of Torqueenginebench or our content partners and is protected by international copyright laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, perform, or publish any content from our Website without our explicit written permission. You may not modify, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of our Website or its underlying technology. Unauthorized use of our intellectual property may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws and will result in legal action.
3. User Conduct & Prohibited Activities
You agree to use the Website in a lawful and respectful manner. Specifically, you agree not to:
- Harass, threaten, defame, or abuse any individual or organization
- Post or transmit illegal, offensive, or discriminatory content
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or accounts
- Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code to the Website
- Engage in spam, phishing, or fraudulent activity
- Interfere with the normal operation of the Website or its services
- Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
4. Travel Package Enquiries & Booking
When you submit an enquiry about our travel packages, you provide Torqueenginebench with the authority to contact you via email, phone, or other means to discuss your travel plans. All travel package prices are quoted in Japanese Yen (¥) and are subject to change without notice. Package prices may vary based on season, availability, currency fluctuations, and market conditions.
Upon booking a travel package, you agree to our separate Travel Package Terms and Conditions, which outline cancellation policies, payment terms, liability limitations, and dispute resolution procedures. All travel bookings are subject to our partners' terms and conditions as well as applicable Japanese and international travel regulations.
5. Newsletter & Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, you will receive periodic emails featuring travel inspiration, guides, and updates. You may unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly. Unsubscribing from the newsletter does not affect other communications related to travel enquiries or bookings you may have initiated.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and all content, guides, recommendations, and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind. Torqueenginebench makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information on the Website.
We do not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or harmful components. Travel recommendations and guides are based on our research and experience but may not suit all travellers or circumstances. Travel conditions, accessibility, and service availability in Japan can change unexpectedly, and we are not liable for alterations to travel experiences or services.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Torqueenginebench and its owners, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Website or its services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
This includes damages for lost profits, lost data, lost business opportunity, or any other pecuniary loss, regardless of whether such liability arises from negligence, breach of contract, strict liability, or any other legal theory. In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you have paid to us in the past 12 months, or if you have not made any payments, then the liability shall not exceed one hundred dollars (USD 100).
8. Third-Party Content & Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including travel booking platforms, accommodation providers, transportation services, and travel insurance companies. We provide these links for your convenience but do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of external websites. Your use of third-party websites is subject to their terms of service and privacy policies.
We are not liable for any issues, losses, or damages that result from your interaction with third-party services or websites. If you access external links from our Website, you do so at your own risk and responsibility.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Torqueenginebench, its owners, officers, employees, agents, and partners from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising from or related to:
- Your use of the Website or services
- Your violation of these Terms of Service
- Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
- Your infringement of third-party rights or intellectual property
10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or relating to these Terms of Service or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Tokyo, Japan. You hereby consent to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts.
Before initiating legal proceedings, we encourage you to attempt to resolve disputes through informal communication with our team at legal@torqueenginebench.com. We are committed to working with you in good faith to reach a fair resolution.
11. Severability & Entire Agreement
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect to the maximum extent permitted by law. The severed provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely achieves the economic, legal, and commercial objectives of the original provision.
These Terms of Service, along with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Torqueenginebench concerning the use of the Website. No oral statements, negotiations, or prior agreements modify these terms. If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at legal@torqueenginebench.com.
Effective Date: January 1, 2026