Application for Using CARE PRO Brand Assets

Revised on April 1, 2024

Article 1 (Purpose)
In order to enhance the recognition of the "CARE PRO®" brand by Basement Factory Design Co., Ltd (hereinafter referred to as "the Company"), this Agreement (hereinafter referred to as "This Agreement") is established to promote initiatives and improve identification among consumers and business operators through the display of the CARE PRO® logo and promotional images (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Works") in retail settings and advertisements.


Article 2 (Standards for Use)
(1) These Works may not be used without permission.
(2) No person who has been authorized by the Company to use these Works (hereinafter referred to as "User") may sublicense or transfer the right to use the Works to any other person.
(3) The Works must not be used in any circumstance that:
①Use in a manner that violates public order and morals
②Use in violation of laws, regulations, etc.
③Misrepresents the performance of a specific product or is used as a specific product or brand name.
④Is used in business regulated by Article 2 of the Act on Regulation and Proper Conduct of Amusement Business, etc. (Act No. 122 of 1948), except when the Company specifically permits it to contribute to the activity of the CARE PRO® efforts.
However, this does not apply if the Company specifically acknowledges that such use contributes to the activation of CARE PRO® initiatives.
⑤Contravenes This Agreement.
(4) No similar marks that could be mistaken for these Works may be used.
(5) The authority to interpret issues related to the use of Works belongs to the Company.
(6) The User is responsible for ensuring that all expressions and displays using the Works comply with applicable laws and regulations.
The Company shall not be liable for any claims related to the use.


Article 3 (Design)
Users must comply with the Work Use Manual provided along with the Works regarding the design of the Works.


Article 4 (Method of Application for Use)
(1) Anyone wishing to use the Works in any medium must apply through the application form for logo and promotional image use available on the Company's website.
Additionally, the information provided by the user through the application may be used for communication purposes, including posting on the Company's website.
(2) The Company will review the applications and notify the applicant of the results concerning the use of Works if the application conforms to This Agreement.
(3) The Company reserves the right to set conditions as necessary for the application and use of the Works.
Furthermore, if a user who has been approved to use the Works violates This Agreement, the Company may take corrective actions and revoke the approval retrospectively if necessary.


Article 5 (Change of Approval)
If the User wishes to change the approved content, they must apply for a change through the logo and promotional image application form on the Company's website and undergo a reevaluation of the usage terms.


Article 6 (Abolition of Approval)
When a user who has been approved to use the Works under Article 4 discontinues their use, they must apply for cessation through the logo and promotional image application form on the Company's website.


Article 7 (Exemption from Application for Use)
When used by media for reporting purposes, application and approval procedures can be omitted if the use and dissemination activities are in accordance with the purpose of using the Works.


Article 8 (Usage Fee)
No fee shall be charged for the use of the Works.


Article 9 (Compliance Obligations)
(1) Users must comply with relevant laws and regulations, adhere to the provisions in the Work Use Manual, and ensure not to impair the function and dignity of the Works.
(2) All costs associated with the use of the Works, including those incurred in disputes, hearings, or litigation with third parties, shall be borne by the User.
(3) If the User causes damage to third parties as a result of using the Works, they must resolve the issue at their own risk, and the Company shall not be involved.
(4) Upon request from the Company, Users must report on the actual use of the Works.
(5) Users must not use any copyrighted materials not authorized by the Company, nor apply for trademark registration of a mark similar to any copyrighted material owned by the Company.


Article 10 (Period of Use)
No specific period of use is set.


Article 11 (Miscellaneous)
The Company may revoke approval for the use of the Works at any time if the User violates This Agreement or the Company deems the use inappropriate.
The Company is not responsible for any loss resulting from such revocation. Interpretation of This Agreement and other ambiguities shall be determined by the Company.


Article 12 (Effective Date)
This Agreement shall be effective from April 1, 2024.
The Company will review the application of This Agreement and take necessary measures based on the findings if deemed necessary.


Article 13 (Amendment of the Terms)
(1) The Company may amend This Agreement at its discretion in the following cases:
①When the amendment is in the general interest of the Users.
②When the amendment is not contrary to the purpose of the agreement and is considered reasonable given the necessity of the change, the appropriateness of the content following the change, the nature of the change, and other relevant circumstances.
(2) If an amendment is made, the amended terms and conditions will apply to all uses authorized by the Company, including those approved before the amendment.