Affiliate Disclosure

Effective Date: October 26, 2025

MrKyoto is committed to complete transparency in how we operate and earn revenue. This Affiliate Disclosure explains our affiliate relationships and how they support our mission to provide high-quality, free travel information about Kyoto.

1. What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special URLs that allow us to earn a commission when you make a purchase after clicking through from our Website. These links help us track referrals and earn revenue to support our operations.

When you click an affiliate link and complete a purchase, the merchant pays us a small percentage of the sale. This commission comes from the merchant's marketing budget, not from you.

2. Our Affiliate Partners

MrKyoto participates in affiliate marketing programs with trusted travel booking platforms and services, including but not limited to:

• Booking.com (accommodation bookings)
• Agoda (hotel reservations)
• Hotels.com (lodging options)
• Viator (tours and activities)
• Klook (experiences and attractions)
• GetYourGuide (travel activities)
• Other reputable travel service providers

This list may change as we evaluate new partners that provide value to our users.

3. Our Commitment to You

• No Extra Cost: You never pay more when using our affiliate links. Prices are identical to booking directly with the merchant. The commission we receive comes from the merchant's marketing budget.
• Honest Recommendations: We only recommend accommodations, tours, and services we genuinely believe offer value to our readers. Our recommendations are based on quality, reputation, and relevance to Kyoto travelers.
• Editorial Independence: Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content, temple information, or travel recommendations. Our guides and itineraries are created to serve your travel needs, not to maximize affiliate revenue.
• Verified Information: All temple locations, GPS coordinates, directions, opening hours, and practical information are independently verified from official sources, regardless of affiliate status.
• Full Disclosure: We clearly identify affiliate links when possible and maintain transparency about our business model.

4. How Affiliate Revenue Supports MrKyoto

The commissions we earn from affiliate partnerships help us:

• Keep MrKyoto completely free for all users
• Maintain and regularly update temple information and pricing
• Verify GPS coordinates and create accurate directions
• Develop new travel guides, itineraries, and seasonal content
• Maintain website infrastructure and performance
• Keep the website ad-free and focused on content quality
• Research and verify cultural etiquette and visitor information

5. Your Choices

Using our affiliate links is completely optional. You can:

• Choose to book directly with providers without using our links
• Compare prices across multiple platforms before booking
• Use our information and GPS coordinates to plan your visit independently

We provide comprehensive temple and travel information regardless of whether you use our affiliate links. Our goal is to help you plan an amazing trip to Kyoto.

6. FTC Compliance

In accordance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, we disclose that MrKyoto has financial relationships with some of the products and services mentioned on this Website. We may be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on affiliate links.

7. Non-Affiliate Content

The majority of our content does not involve affiliate relationships:

• Temple and shrine information, locations, and directions
• Cultural etiquette guides and respectful travel practices
• Transportation information and route planning
• Seasonal guides and timing recommendations
• Neighborhood explorations and local insights

This content is provided to help you experience Kyoto authentically and respectfully, regardless of how you choose to book your accommodations or activities.

8. Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our partnerships, practices, or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

9. Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships, recommendations, or this disclosure, we're happy to help. Please contact us at:

• Email: hello@mrkyoto.com

Your trust and satisfaction are important to us. We welcome feedback on how we can better serve you and maintain transparency in our operations.