User Agreement for Cooking Class
Miko’s Japanese Cooking Online Class – Terms of Service
Article 1 (Purpose)
These Terms of Service (hereinafter “Terms”) set forth the conditions for using the online Japanese cooking classes (hereinafter “Service”) provided by Miko’s Japanese Cooking Online Class. Participants must agree to these Terms before using the Service.
Article 2 (Eligibility)
- The Service is available to anyone with internet access and the ability to use Zoom, regardless of nationality or age.
- Minors must obtain parental or guardian consent before participating.
Article 3 (Cancellation, Rescheduling, and Payment Policies)
- All classes require prior reservation.
- Payment must be completed to confirm your booking.
- Cancellation and rescheduling policies are as follows (all times are based on the class start time):
- The cancellation and rescheduling policies differ depending on the type of lesson: Seasonal Menu, Recommended, and Fully Customized Online Lesson. Seasonal Menu and Recommended lessons follow the same policy. The Fully Customized Online Lesson has a different policy from the two above. Please make sure to review the policy that applies to your selected lesson. (Please refer to the table below.)
- Payment Deadlines:
- Seasonal Menu and Recommended Lessons: Please complete your payment via PayPal at least 3 days before your desired lesson date.
- Fully Customized Online Lesson: Please complete your payment via PayPal at least 7 days before your desired lesson date.
- If a class is canceled due to the instructor’s circumstances, participants will be offered a make-up class or a full refund.
- In the event of natural disasters, communication failures, or other unavoidable circumstances, a make-up class will be arranged. If participants are unable to attend the make-up session, a full refund will be issued.
- If you have unavoidable personal circumstances, such as moving or hospitalization, please contact me. We will assess the situation fairly on a case-by-case basis.
Seasonal Menu / Recommended– Cancellation Policy
| Cancellation Time | Cancellation Fee / Refund | Rescheduling |
| More than 48 hours before the lesson | Cancellation Fee: 40% of the lesson fee Refund: 60% of the lesson fee (after PayPal transaction fees are deducted) | Available (No refund) |
| 12–48 hours before the lesson | Cancellation Fee: 50% of the lesson fee Refund: 50% of the lesson fee (after PayPal transaction fees are deducted) | Available (No refund) |
| Within 12 hours before the lesson | Cancellation Fee: 100% Refund: None | Available (No refund) |
| No contact | Cancellation Fee: 100% Refund: None | Not available |
【Notes】
・Refunds are calculated after PayPal transaction fees are deducted.
・Rescheduling is recommended whenever possible.
Fully Customized Online Lesson – Cancellation Policy
| Cancellation Time | Cancellation Fee / Refund | Rescheduling |
| Cancellation 24 hours or more before the lesson | Cancellation Fee: 70% of the lesson fee Refund: 30% of the lesson fee (after PayPal transaction fees are deducted) | Available (No refund) |
| Cancellation within 24 hours before the lesson | Cancellation Fee: 100% Refund: None | Available (No refund) |
| No contact | Cancellation Fee: 100% Refund: None | Not available |
【Notes】
- Refunds are calculated after PayPal transaction fees are deducted.
- Rescheduling is recommended whenever possible.
Article 4 (Class Fees and Payment)
- Class fees are determined for each class.
- Payment must be made via PayPal.
- Reservations are confirmed upon payment.
- Refunds after payment are subject to the cancellation and make-up policy in Article 3.
Article 5 (Class Content and Intellectual Property)
- All recipes, videos, and materials provided in the Service are copyrighted by the instructor. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use is prohibited.
- Information shared during classes may be used only for personal purposes.
Article 6 (Participant Environment and Precautions)
- Participants must prepare a stable internet connection, required cooking tools, and ingredients themselves.
- The instructor and the Service are not responsible for any accidents or injuries that occur during cooking.
Article 7 (Handling of Personal Information)
Personal information collected from participants will be used solely for class operations and communication, and will be properly managed. It will not be provided to third parties.
Article 8 (Prohibited Conduct)
Participants must not:
- Disturb other participants or the instructor
- Distribute or publicly share class content without permission
- Engage in illegal or immoral activities
Article 9 (Changes to Terms)
These Terms may be changed without prior notice. The revised Terms take effect when published on the website.
Established and put into effect on January 30th, 2026.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [January 30th, 2026]
■Introduction
Our Japanese cooking Online Class (hereinafter “the Class”) values the privacy of our users (hereinafter “Users”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we manage it.
■Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name (first and last), email address, gender, country of residence, information provided via Zoom or PayPal, and any other information voluntarily provided when signing up for a lesson.
- Non-Personal Information: IP address, browser type, and other information automatically collected when using our website.
■Purpose of Use
- To provide and manage lessons
- To respond to inquiries
- To improve lessons and services
- To send necessary notifications
■Sharing with Third Parties
We do not sell or transfer users’ personal information without consent. Exceptions include:
- To service providers necessary for lesson operation (payment services, communication services, etc.)
- When disclosure is required by law
■Data Management and Security
We take reasonable measures to prevent unauthorized access or leaks. However, complete security cannot be guaranteed over the internet.
■Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as necessary to provide lessons and safely dispose of it when no longer needed.
■User Rights
Users may request access, correction, or deletion of their information. Please contact us at the email below.
Contact：[info@mikocooking.com]
■Cookies
Our website may use cookies. You can manage or disable them via your browser settings, but some functions may be affected. Cookies are used for website functionality and analytics and do not personally identify users.
■Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Updates will be posted on this website.