Golden Melodies Archive

Curated Collections Since 1950

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Golden Melodies Archive website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Golden Melodies Archive's website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

Description of Services

Golden Melodies Archive provides a curated digital archive and streaming platform featuring Showa-eraese music, Western classics, and related cultural content. Our services include:

  • Streaming access to curated music collections
  • Digital archive with historical annotations and liner notes
  • Commercial licensing for background music and clips
  • Educational content and cultural insights
  • Membership tiers with varying access levels

User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of our services, you may need to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and update your account information
  • Keep your login credentials secure and confidential
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account

Subscription and Payment Terms

Paid subscriptions are subject to the following terms:

  • Subscription fees are charged in advance on a recurring basis
  • All fees are non-refundable except as required by law
  • We may change subscription prices with 30 days' notice
  • You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings
  • Access to premium content ends when your subscription expires

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on Golden Melodies Archive, including music, text, images, and software, is protected by intellectual property laws. You acknowledge that:

  • We own or have licensed all content on our platform
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
  • Personal use streaming is permitted under your subscription
  • Commercial use requires separate licensing agreements
  • Any user-generated content becomes subject to our content policies

Permitted Use and Restrictions

You may use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

  • Download, copy, or redistribute content without authorization
  • Use automated systems to access our services
  • Attempt to circumvent security measures or access restrictions
  • Share your account credentials with others
  • Use our services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of our services

Commercial Licensing

Commercial use of our content requires a separate licensing agreement. Commercial licensing terms include:

  • Licensing fees based onge type and scope
  • Specific terms for cafes, venues, and content creators
  • Attribution requirements where applicable
  • Restrictions on modification and redistribution
  • Compliance with applicable copyright laws

User Conduct and Content Policy

Users must conduct themselves respectfully and lawfully. Prohibited activities include:

  • Posting offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate content
  • Harassing or threatening other users
  • Violating intellectual property rights
  • Attempting to hack or compromise our systems
  • Creating multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our services, you consent to our privacy practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Golden Melodies Archive from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to our services at any time, with or without cause or notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or our business interests.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services will be resolved through binding arbitration in Tokyo, except where prohibited by law.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Golden Melodies Archive
Email: legal@yandrakitten.com
Address:, 〒153-0042 Tokyo, Meguro City, Aobadai, 3 Chome−15−17