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This website is operated by Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com. Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com offers this website, including all information, tools, and services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies, and notices stated here.
By visiting our site, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”, “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein and/or available by hyperlink. These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including without limitation users who are browsers or contributors of content.
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before accessing or using our website. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions of this agreement, then you may not access the website or use any services.
Any new features or tools which are added to the current website shall also be subject to the Terms of Service. You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and/or changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
By agreeing to these Terms of Service, you represent that you are at least the age of majority in your state, province, or country of residence, or that you are the age of majority in your state, province, or country of residence and you have given us your consent to allow any of your minor dependents to use this site. You may not use our website, artwork, or content for any illegal or unauthorized purpose nor may you, in the use of the Service, violate any laws in your jurisdiction (including but not limited to copyright laws). You must not transmit any worms or viruses or any code of a destructive nature. A breach or violation of any of the Terms will result in an immediate termination of your access to the Service.
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time.
We reserve the right to refuse service or access to the website to anyone for any reason at any time. You understand that your content (such as message submissions sent via our contact form) may be transferred unencrypted and involve (a) transmissions over various networks; and (b) changes to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks or devices. You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the website, artwork, images, or content, without express written permission by us. The headings used in this agreement are included for convenience only and will not limit or otherwise affect these Terms.
We are not responsible if information made available on this site is not accurate, complete, or current. The material on this site is provided for general information and viewing purposes only and should not be relied upon or used as the sole basis for making decisions without consulting primary, more accurate, or more timely sources of information. Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk. This site may contain certain historical information, past artistic projects, or archived updates. Historical information, necessarily, is not current and is provided for your reference only. We reserve the right to modify the contents of this site at any time, but we have no obligation to update any information on our site. You agree that it is your responsibility to monitor changes to our site.
We reserve the right at any time to modify or discontinue the Service (or any part or content thereof) without notice at any time. We shall not be liable to you or to any third-party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.
We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colors and images of our artwork and portfolio pieces that appear on the website. However, we cannot guarantee that your computer monitor or device screen's display of any color will be completely accurate. All commission requests, art purchases, or sales inquiries are handled exclusively through our designated official third-party platforms. We do not accept direct commission bookings, negotiations, or payments through this website or via our contact form. Any transaction conducted through an external platform is governed strictly by the terms, conditions, and policies of that platform. We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to limit the availability or display of our content, portfolio pieces, or commission links to any person, geographic region, or jurisdiction on a case-by-case basis. We do not warrant that the quality of any information, services, or materials viewed on this site will meet your expectations, or that any errors on the website will be corrected.
We do not process orders, accept payments, create user accounts, or collect billing information directly on this website. All financial transactions, commission billing, and payment processing are managed entirely through our designated third-party platforms in accordance with their respective terms and conditions.
We may provide you with access to third-party tools, widgets, or services over which we neither monitor nor have any control nor input. You acknowledge and agree that we provide access to such tools ”as is” and “as available” without any warranties, representations, or conditions of any kind and without any endorsement. We shall have no liability whatsoever arising from or relating to your use of optional third-party tools. Any use by you of optional tools offered through the site is entirely at your own risk and discretion, and you should ensure that you are familiar with and approve of the terms on which tools are provided by the relevant third-party provider(s). We may also, in the future, offer new services and/or features through the website (including the release of new gallery resources or external links). Such new features and/or services shall also be subject to these Terms of Service.
Certain content, resources, and services available via our Service may include materials or links from third parties, including official external commission platforms and social media channels. Third-party links on this site may direct you to third-party websites that are not affiliated with us. We are not responsible for examining or evaluating their content, accuracy, or security, and we do not warrant and will not have any liability or responsibility for any third-party materials, websites, or for any other materials, products, or services of third parties. We are not liable for any harm, damages, or dispute related to the purchase or use of goods, services, resources, commissions, content, or any other transactions made in connection with any third-party websites. Please review carefully the third party's policies, terms, and practices, and make sure you understand them before you engage in any transaction. Complaints, claims, concerns, or questions regarding third-party platforms or services should be directed to the respective third party.
If you send us feedback, creative suggestions, proposals, ideas, or other materials via our contact form, email, or otherwise (collectively, 'submissions'), you agree that we may, at any time, without restriction, use, edit, or reproduce general feedback or suggestions. However, private personal details and inquiry contents sent via our contact form will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and will not be published publicly without your consent. We are under no obligation to (1) maintain any unsolicited feedback in confidence; (2) pay compensation for any suggestions; or (3) respond to all inquiries or submissions. You agree that your messages and submissions will not violate any right of any third party, including copyright, trademark, privacy, personality, or other personal or proprietary rights. You further agree that your submissions will not contain libelous, abusive, or unlawful material, nor contain any computer virus or malware that could affect the operation of the Service. You may not use a false email address, pretend to be someone other than yourself, or otherwise mislead us as to the origin of any submissions. You are solely responsible for any messages you send and their accuracy. We take no responsibility and assume no liability for any submissions sent by you or any third party.
Your submission of personal information through our website, contact form, or email inquiries is governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Occasionally there may be information on our site or in the Service that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions that may relate to artwork descriptions, exhibition details, project background, or general site content. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions, and to change or update information at any time without prior notice. We undertake no obligation to update, amend, or clarify information in the Service or on any related website, except as required by law. No specified update or refresh date applied in the Service or on any related website should be taken to indicate that all information in the Service or on any related website has been modified or updated.
In addition to other prohibitions as set forth in the Terms of Service, you are prohibited from using the site or its content: (a) for any unlawful purpose; (b) to solicit others to perform or participate in any unlawful acts; (c) to violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances; (d) to infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others; (e) to harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, age, national origin, or disability; (f) to submit false or misleading information; (g) to upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code that will or may be used in any way that will affect the functionality or operation of the Service or of any related website, other websites, or the Internet; (h) to collect or track the personal information of others; (i) to spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape, including scraping or extracting any content or artwork for artificial intelligence (AI) model training or machine learning; (j) for any obscene or immoral purpose; or (k) to interfere with or circumvent the security features of the Service or any related website, other websites, or the Internet. We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Service or any related website for violating any of the prohibited uses.
We do not guarantee, represent, or warrant that your use of our service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free. We do not warrant that the results that may be obtained from the use of the service will be accurate or reliable. You agree that from time to time we may remove the service for indefinite periods of time or cancel the service at any time, without notice to you. You expressly agree that your use of, or inability to use, the service is at your sole risk. The service and all content, materials, and information provided to you through the service are (except as expressly stated by us) provided 'as is' and 'as available' for your use, without any representation, warranties, or conditions of any kind, either express or implied, including all implied warranties or conditions of fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement.
In no case shall Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com, our affiliates, agents, contractors, licensors, or service providers be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind, including, without limitation, lost profits, lost revenue, lost savings, loss of data, or any similar damages, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, arising from your use of any of the service or any content viewed or accessed through the service, or for any other claim related in any way to your use of the service, including, but not limited to, any errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the service or any content posted, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the service, even if advised of their possibility. Because some countries, states, or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or the limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, in such countries, states, or jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com and our affiliates, partners, agents, contractors, licensors, and service providers harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms of Service or the documents they incorporate by reference, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.
In the event that any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, such provision shall nonetheless be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and the unenforceable portion shall be deemed to be severed from these Terms of Service. Such determination shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other remaining provisions.
These Terms of Service remain effective until terminated by either party. You may terminate this agreement at any time by simply ceasing to use or access our website. We reserve the right to restrict or refuse communication, inquiries, or custom commission requests at our sole discretion if we suspect a violation of these Terms of Service. Any obligations or rights regarding intellectual property, outstanding payment liabilities, or usage restrictions incurred prior to termination shall survive the termination of this agreement.
Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. These Terms of Service, along with any posted site policies or guidelines, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of this website. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, proposals, or agreements, whether oral or written (including any prior versions of these terms). Any ambiguities in the interpretation of these Terms of Service shall not be construed against the drafting party.
These Terms of Service, and any separate agreements regarding your use of our website, artwork, or services, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.
You can review the most current version of these Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to update, change, or replace any part of these terms by publishing changes directly to this page. It is your responsibility to review this page periodically for updates. Your continued use of or access to our website following any posted changes constitutes acceptance of those updated terms.
Questions about these Terms of Service or inquiries regarding our artwork and commissions should be sent to us via our website's Contact Us page.
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the https://Starhippie.com/ website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all content, resources, and services offered by Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com.
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our Site, fill out our contact form, send an inquiry, or interact with other features, services, or resources available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, their name and email address. Users may always visit our Site anonymously. We collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can refuse to supply personal identification information, though it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site-related activities (such as submitting an inquiry via the contact form). If you click on external links, banners, or third-party platforms featured on our Site (such as external shops or payment processors for purchasing artwork or commissions), those third-party sites may collect personal or financial information governed by their own privacy policies. We do not process or store payment transactions directly on this Site.
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, device or computer type, operating system, Internet service provider, IP address, referring website address, and other technical information regarding how Users connect to and navigate our Site. This technical data is collected to help us analyze site traffic, improve user experience, and ensure proper site functionality.
Our Site may use "cookies" and similar tracking technologies to enhance the User experience. A User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and to track basic analytics regarding site usage. Additionally, third-party services or external links featured on our Site (such as payment providers, gallery platforms, or embedded media) may use their own cookies when you interact with their content or transition to their platforms. We do not control these third-party cookies. Users may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies or to alert them when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
We may collect and use Users' personal information for the following purposes:
We use the information provided via our contact form or direct email solely to reply to your questions, proposals, feedback, or custom artwork and commission requests.
When you express interest in purchasing artwork or commissioning work via third-party links or banners featured on our Site, we or our external partners may use your provided contact details to direct you to the appropriate platform to complete the transaction.
We may use feedback or anonymous traffic data to optimize our portfolio display, improve site navigation, and enhance the overall user experience.
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices, as well as security measures, to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information and messages sent through our Site. Data transmitted through our contact form is protected using standard security protocols (such as SSL encryption). Please note, however, that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. For sales or commissions processed through external links or third-party platforms, security and data protection are managed directly by those respective platforms under their own security protocols.
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users' personal identification information to others. We do not process direct payments or collect and store financial details on this Site. When you follow links or banners on our Site to purchase artwork or arrange commissions, those transactions are handled directly by official third-party platforms governed by their own privacy policies and terms of service. We may share generic, aggregated demographic information—not linked to any personal identification information—with trusted service providers strictly to help us operate our Site, such as web hosting providers or basic analytics services. We may also share personal information if required to do so by law or to respond to valid legal requests.
Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. We encourage Users to check this page periodically for any changes. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the practices of this Site, please contact us through our contact form at:
This website is provided "as is" without any representations or warranties, express or implied. Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com makes no representations or warranties in relation to this website or the information, artwork, photography, or materials provided on this website. Without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing paragraph, Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com does not warrant that: This website will be constantly available, uninterrupted, or available at all; The information, images, or content on this website are completely error-free or exhaustive; or External links, third-party sales platforms, or external services featured on this site will remain available or uninterrupted. Nothing on this website constitutes, or is meant to constitute, professional advice of any kind.
Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com will not be liable to you (whether under the law of contract, the law of torts, or otherwise) in relation to the contents of, use of, or otherwise in connection with this website: To the extent that the website is provided free of charge, for any direct loss; For any indirect, special, or consequential loss; or For any business losses, loss of revenue, income, profits, anticipated savings, loss of contracts or business relationships, loss of reputation or goodwill, or loss or corruption of information or data. These limitations of liability apply even if Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com has been expressly advised of the potential loss. Additionally, Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com accepts no liability for any losses, damages, or issues arising from your use of external third-party platforms or service providers linked from this Site.
Nothing in this website disclaimer will exclude or limit any warranty implied by law that it would be unlawful to exclude or limit. Furthermore, nothing in this website disclaimer will exclude or limit Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com's liability in respect of any: Death or personal injury caused by negligence; Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or Matter which it would be illegal or unlawful for Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com to exclude or limit, or to attempt or purport to exclude or limit, its liability.
By using this website, you agree that the exclusions and limitations of liability set out in this website disclaimer are reasonable. If you do not think they are reasonable, you must not use this website.
You accept that Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com has an interest in limiting personal liability. You agree that you will not bring any claim personally against Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com, nor against any associated agents, representatives, or service providers, in respect of any losses you suffer in connection with the website. Without prejudice to the foregoing paragraph, you agree that the limitations of warranties and liability set out in this website disclaimer will protect Zoë Starhippie, Nikka Hoshi, and Starhippie.com's agents, service providers, web hosts, payment processors, successors, assigns, and subcontractors.
If any provision of this website disclaimer is, or is found to be, unenforceable under applicable law, that will not affect the enforceability of the other provisions of this website disclaimer.
"Nikka Hoshi" is the professional artist name used for international contexts, corresponding to the Japanese name 星 ニキカ.