"Tokyo Stock Footage" Terms of Use

Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (hereafter referred to as “TCVB”) authorizes the use of the footage supplied on the Tokyo Stock Footage site (http://tokyo-footage.com , hereafter referred to as “this site”), on the condition that the user complies with the Terms of Use.

1. Usage Application and Authorization

1) TCVB authorizes the use of the footage to applicants who apply in accordance with the application method as stated in the Usage Guide, and who fulfill all the conditions below.

• a) Authorized Entities
  Media, travel agencies, organizations and corporates etc. In principle, individuals are not allowed to use the footage.
• b) Usage purpose
  The user uses the footage for the purpose of Tokyo tourism promotion and image improvement, or as travel destination publicity material.
• c) Others
  There is no reason for the applicant to be deemed inappropriate or unsuitable in regard of the usage of the footage.

2) Usage Fees

Usage of SD (Standard Definition) videos is free of charge. Also, overseas usage of HD (High Definition) videos and the usage of HD for the purpose of promotion to the overseas is free of charge.

However, there is a standard fee for the use of videos in Japan. For further details please see the Usage Guide.

2. User’s Obligations

Authorized user’s obligations are as follows:

1) Usage

The user may edit and process the footage, or add other materials (own images, photographs and audio etc.) to create one’s own work (hereafter referred to as “own work”). The user may copy, distribute, release (*1) and allow others to use one’s own work.
(*1) This includes public screenings and internet release (one’s homepage, blog or external video site etc.)

2) Prohibited Activities

• a)
  • i) The user may not duplicate or distribute (sales, rental, free distribution, free lending, internet download) to a third party, regardless of whether it is for commercial or non-profit purposes.
    A sale etc. of video content (DVDs for sale, videos that carry royalty fees etc.) that is comprised of a large part of the provided footage is prohibited.
  • ii) The user cannot authorize use of the footage by a third party. The user may not transfer, lease or lend the footage to a third party.
  • iii) The user cannot combine and use the footage with works (movies, TV/radio programs, videos, music, books, arts, photographs, and other works) of another person which he or she has not granted permission to use.
  • iv) The user will not use the footage in a way that offends public order and morals, or intend such use.
  • v) The user will not use the footage in a way that offends the characteristics, dignity and honor of the video subjects (including all people, objects and scenery etc.) or use it in such a way as to damage the subject’s credibility. Subjects may not be used in articles, videos, propaganda or advertizing that contain illegal, false or defamatory content.
• b) Usage that damages the honor or reputation of the author (TCVB or other), or the subjects in the footage concerned, including regions and facilities, is prohibited.
• c) Using footage for expressions or acts that are prohibited by law, or expressions or acts that infringe on the rights of a third party through defamation or privacy intrusion etc., is prohibited. It is also prohibited to use the footage alongside such material.
• d) Please contact TCVB in the event that a decision cannot be reached on whether or not intended usage falls under the prohibitions listed above.

3) Display of the Author’s Name

The user must display the name of the author (*2) of the footage in order to show that the footage belongs to TCVB or that the work was created with the footage.
Please display the author’s name in the video (work), or along with the video (work) in such a way that it is easily understood.
(*2) Generally, the author of the footage is TCVB. Please display as Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau, or TCVB.
However, some of the footage requires a special display (when authors other than TCVB are included). In such cases, please follow the separate instructions provided.

4) Send the work to TCVB

Please send the original or a copy of the work created with stock footage to TCVB.

5) Conveyance of Terms of Use

In the case that the footage or one’s own work is used by another person, these Terms of Use must be assigned along with the work, and the other person must also abide by these terms. Conditions contrary to the Terms of Use may not be added.

3. Others

1) Revocation of Authorization Due to Violation.

Should the user violate the Terms of Use, the authorization to use the footage will be automatically revoked. Continued usage of the footage in such a case will be treated as unauthorized use. In the case that a work violating the Terms of Use is released on the internet or elsewhere, TCVB may demand necessary measures, including deleting the work, of the user or the hosting site etc.

2) Changes to the Terms of Use

TCVB may make changes to the Terms of Use as necessary. In such a case, an announcement will be made on this site.

3) Disclaimer

In the case that footage contains images of people or specific products, authorized use of likeness and trademark rights is not guaranteed. Even if the user follows the Terms of Use when using the footage, the user is responsible for handling any disputes that arise, such as complaints from third parties. TCVB assumes no responsibility whatsoever.

4）Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Terms is governed by and interpreted in accordance with the Constitution of Japan.
The Tokyo District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any disputes which may arise out of this Terms.

5）Authentic Copy

The Japanese language version of this Terms is the authentic copy and shall be controlling in any dispute hereunder.
Any translated version shall be intended for reference and shall not be legally binding and effective.

6) Contact details (Address to send works)

Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB)
Planning and PR Division, General Affairs Department
Telephone: +81-(0)3-5840-8891 Fax: +81-(0)3-5840-8895
Email: pr@tcvb.or.jp
Address: Kasuga Business Center Bldg. 10F, 1-15-15 Nishikata, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0024