Disclaimer

Last updated: April 19, 2026

1. Accuracy of Nutritional Data

The nutritional data on this website is based on Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Standard Tables of Food Composition and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) food composition databases. While we endeavor to provide accurate information, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of any data.

  • Data may not reflect the most recent updates to source databases.
  • Nutritional values can vary significantly depending on individual food items, cooking methods, growing conditions, seasonal variation, and regional differences.
  • Nutritional data for processed foods may differ from values published by manufacturers.
  • Serving sizes and portion estimates are approximate.

2. Not Medical or Dietary Advice

The content on this website is for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute, and should not be interpreted as:

  • Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
  • Nutritional counseling or dietary prescription
  • A substitute for consultation with a qualified physician, registered dietitian, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional

Always seek the advice of qualified healthcare professionals before making changes to your diet, starting supplements, or making health-related decisions. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information found on this website.

3. Special Populations Warning

The following groups must consult their healthcare provider before relying on any nutritional information from this website:

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals
  • Infants, children, and adolescents
  • Elderly individuals
  • Individuals with pre-existing medical conditions (diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease, cardiovascular conditions, eating disorders, etc.)
  • Individuals taking prescription medications or supplements

4. Allergy Information

This website does NOT provide allergy or food intolerance information.

  • If you have food allergies or food intolerances, always check the product packaging and ingredient labels before consumption.
  • Information about cross-contamination risks or shared manufacturing facilities is not provided.
  • We are not responsible for any allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, or adverse health effects resulting from reliance on information from this site.

5. No Health Claims

We do not guarantee any specific health benefits, disease prevention effects, or therapeutic outcomes from consuming particular foods or nutrients. Scientific research cited on this site (including PubMed references) is provided for informational context only and:

  • May not be applicable to your individual health situation
  • May represent preliminary or contested findings
  • Should not be interpreted as clinical recommendations

6. Affiliate Links and Advertising

  • This website contains affiliate links to Amazon, Rakuten, and other e-commerce platforms.
  • We may receive commissions from purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you.
  • We do not guarantee the quality, efficacy, safety, or availability of products linked from this site.
  • Affiliate relationships do not influence the nutritional data or scientific content presented.

7. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites (e.g., Cookpad, Amazon, PubMed, MEXT). We are not responsible for:

  • The content, accuracy, or availability of external websites
  • The privacy practices or terms of service of external websites
  • Any damages arising from the use of external websites

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, HONMONO and its operators, affiliates, and contributors shall not be held liable for any:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages
  • Health issues, injuries, allergic reactions, or adverse health outcomes
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  • Any other damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website

Use of this website is entirely at your own risk.

9. Governing Law

This disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Tokyo District Court.

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