Terms of Service
Last updated: June 18, 2026
These Terms of Service describe how you may use the borealshadowgrove.com website, including browsing our plant listings, reading our growing guidance, and contacting us about your garden. By using the site, you agree to these terms. If something here doesn't sit right with you, please reach out before continuing to use the site.
Service Usage Terms
- The site is intended to help visitors learn about cold-hardy berry plants and request information or consultations.
- Content on the site may be used for personal, non-commercial reference; please don't republish our text or photographs without asking first.
- You agree not to use the site in a way that disrupts its operation or attempts to access areas not intended for public use.
- We ask that any messages sent through our contact form be genuine inquiries rather than spam or unrelated solicitations.
Account and Access
- This site does not currently require account creation to browse content or submit a contact form.
- If account features are introduced in the future, you would be responsible for keeping any login details secure.
- We reserve the right to limit access to the site for anyone who misuses it or violates these terms.
Service Availability
- We aim to keep the site available and accurate, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access at all times.
- Plant availability, descriptions, and growing information may change as our stock and knowledge evolve.
- We may update, modify, or discontinue parts of the website at our discretion, without prior notice.
Intellectual Property
- The text, images, and design on this site belong to Boreal Shadow Grove unless otherwise noted.
- Plant names, varieties, and general gardening knowledge referenced here are not exclusive to us and remain part of common horticultural knowledge.
- If you submit content to us, such as a message through our contact form, you confirm it is yours to share.
Changes to These Terms
We may revise these terms occasionally to reflect changes to the site or our practices. The updated version will be posted here with a new effective date.
Terms of Service
These Terms govern your use of the website and services provided by Boreal Shadow Grove ("we", "us"). By using our services you agree to these Terms.
1. Application
These Terms apply to all relations between us and users regarding use of the services.
2. Prohibited conduct
You must not violate laws or public order, infringe the rights of us or third parties, interfere with operation of the services, or attempt unauthorised access.
3. Suspension of service
We may suspend all or part of the service without prior notice in case of maintenance, natural disaster, communication failure, or other unavoidable circumstances.
4. Disclaimer
We do not warrant that the service is free of defects in fact or law. Except in cases of our wilful misconduct or gross negligence, we are not liable for damages arising from use of the service.
5. Intellectual property
Text, images, and logos on the service belong to us or their rightful owners. Reproduction or alteration without permission is prohibited.
6. Changes
We may change these Terms when we deem necessary. Changes take effect when posted on this page.
7. Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Japan, with the court having jurisdiction over our location as the exclusive agreed court.
Business: Boreal Shadow Grove / Tateishi 2-3-9, Katsushikaku, Toukyouto 124-0012 / info@borealshadowgrove.com
Effective: 2 July 2026
Additional provisions
Retention period
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes of use, after which it is promptly deleted or anonymised, except where retention is required by law.
Security measures in detail
We apply organisational, personnel, physical, and technical safeguards, including access control, encryption of communications, management of handling areas, and staff training. Contractors are selected for adequate security and supervised under contract.
External services and analytics
To understand usage and improve our service, we may use third-party analytics tools. These collect information via cookies and similar technologies but do not include information that directly identifies you.
Minors
Minors should use the service only with the consent of a parent or guardian. We may carry out age verification where necessary.
Complaints and enquiries
For enquiries or complaints about the handling of personal data, contact Boreal Shadow Grove (Tateishi 2-3-9, Katsushikaku, Toukyouto 124-0012; tel +81 3-3904-1761; info@borealshadowgrove.com). We will review and respond appropriately and promptly.
Governing law and jurisdiction
This policy is governed by and construed under the laws of Japan. Any dispute relating to the service is subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the court having jurisdiction over our location as the court of first instance.
Revisions
We review and improve this policy in line with changes to law or our services, and will give clear notice on this page of any material change.