JDM Experience - Terms, Conditions, and Rules

General Rules for our JDM Experiences

In order to keep ourselves and yourself safe during your experience, we please ask that you follow our rules listed below so that we do not run into problems that may lead to sudden cancellation of your experience.

  1. Look, but do not touch any vehicles you see on your experience. This includes sitting on them.
  2. Do not arrive for your experience intoxicated or under the influence in any way, shape or form.
  3. Do not consume any substances or alcohol during your experience.
  4. Do not bring with you any substances or alcohol for your experience.
  5. Do not harass any individuals including but not limited to the guides, other guests at the establishments, or staff of the establishments on your experience.
  6. Do not leave trash or litter at the locations we visit or inside the vehicle of your experience. If you have trash at the end of your experience, please speak to your driver to discuss how to dispose of it.
  7. All experience vehicles are non-smoking, including vapes.
    1. At some of the locations we visit there are dedicated smoking areas, please use those if you would like to smoke.
  8. Please follow general etiquette in Japanese culture, including refraining from photographing people's private property such as their homes.
    1. At the locations we visit, it's generally accepted to take pictures of vehicles but please refrain from taking pictures of other individuals or their person.
  9. When in an experience vehicle, please fasten and secure your seatbelts.
  10. Do not make requests for reckless driving such as but not limited to speeding and drifting.

Terms and Conditions for Illegal Tender Co. JDM Experiences

By booking a with us, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

1. Proof of Identity and Emergency Contact

  • To keep ourselves safe, we need to know who it is we are riding with. We require a photo of your Passport and Drivers license from your home country to verify your identity before the experience can begin.
  • In the case of an emergency, we require contact information of somebody who we can contact to ensure your safety.
  • For minors or individuals under the age of 18, we require that a parent or legal guardian either accompanies you or signs our waiver. We also require the contact information and proof of identity of the parent or legal guardian in the case of an emergency

2. Experience Start Time

  • Our experiences will begin at the agreed upon start time, and the time thereafter is yours. If you are late, our experience will still end at the agreed upon time without any refunds.
    • In the event us or one of your drivers are behind schedule, we will extend your time to give you the allotted full length of the experience.

3. Vehicle Availability

  • The vehicle you select from our lineup is subject to change due to unforeseeable circumstances. These may include, but are not limited to, mechanical failure, party size, or any other factors beyond our control.
  • If we must substitute a vehicle, no refunds will be issued. We will make every effort to provide a suitable replacement, but the experience will continue with the vehicle available at the time.

4. Additional Stops and Fees

  • Any request for additional stops beyond the pre-negotiated route will incur extra charges. These fees may cover additional time required from the driver, gasoline, and tolls associated with the detour.
  • No extra stops will be made unless payment for these additional fees is received in advance.

5. Driver Participation in Activities

  • If you request the driver to participate in any activities during the experience (e.g., meals, ticketed events, etc.), you are responsible for covering the associated costs for the driver. The driver will not pay for such activities out of pocket.

6. Pricing and Currency

  • All prices discussed and agreed upon are in Japanese Yen (JPY) unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing. All payments must satisfy the amount in Japanese yen after exchange rates and fees, if the amount paid does not reach the amount agreed upon on Japanese yen we cannot continue the experience.

7. Liability

  • Illegal Tender Co. and its drivers are not liable for any accidents, physical injury, or harm that may occur during the experience. By booking, you agree to participate at your own risk, and you understand that while safety is a priority, unforeseen events may occur.
  • We recommend obtaining personal travel insurance for added protection during your experience.

8. Cancellation Policy

  • A non-refundable 20% cancellation fee will apply if the experience is canceled at any time.
  • If you cancel within 48 hours of the agreed start time, 100% of the experience cost will be charged, and no refunds will be provided.

9. Driver’s Right to Cancel or Terminate the Experience

  • The driver reserves the right to cancel or terminate the experience at any point due to mechanical failures or disrespectful behavior from participants. Mutual respect is key to ensuring a positive experience. Failure to treat the driver courteously, or engaging in inappropriate conduct, may result in the immediate termination of the experience with no refund provided.

10. Local Road Laws and Seatbelt Usage

  • All passengers are required to follow local road laws at all times during the experience. This includes, but is not limited to, wearing seatbelts while inside the vehicle. Failure to comply with these laws may result in the immediate termination of the experience without a refund.

11. Driver Conduct and Safety

  • Our drivers will not engage in speeding, reckless driving, or any illegal maneuvers to entertain passengers. Safety is our priority, and the driver will maintain safe and legal driving practices at all times. Requests for reckless driving will not be entertained and may result in the termination of the experience with no refund.

12. Destination Closures

  • In the event that any destinations on your planned route are closed due to reasons beyond our control (e.g., weather, government restrictions, private events, etc.), Illegal Tender Co. cannot offer refunds or accommodate for any such closures. We will continue the experience as scheduled or adjust the route if necessary, but no compensation will be provided for unforeseen closures.

13. General Conduct

  • Please respect both the driver and the vehicle throughout the experience. Any damages caused by reckless or disrespectful behavior will be the responsibility of the customer.

By confirming your booking with Illegal Tender Co., you agree to adhere to these terms and conditions. We look forward to providing you with a memorable and safe JDM experience.