Blog Corrections Policy
How we handle errors, corrections, updates, and retractions in content published on the OtakuOshi blog. Editorial transparency as a commitment to our readers.
Our commitment to editorial accuracy
The OtakuOshi blog publishes articles, guides, interviews, analysis, and news related to otaku culture, the creator community, and how the platform works. We are committed to ensuring that the information we publish is accurate, verified, and up to date. When we make a mistake — factual, spelling, attribution, or any other kind — we correct it transparently.
This policy sets out how we identify, classify, and handle corrections to blog content. It is a public document because we believe editorial transparency is a requirement, not an extra. If an article contains an error, readers have the right to know, to see the correction, and to understand what changed and why.
Types of corrections
We classify corrections according to their nature and their impact on the published information.
Minor correction
Typos, misspellings, formatting errors, broken links, images that fail to load, or small style adjustments that do not affect the content or meaning of the article. These are fixed directly in the text without a visible correction note. They do not alter the information or the conclusions of the article.
Factual correction
Errors in data, figures, names, dates, attributions, quotes, or facts that affect the accuracy of the published information. These are corrected in the text, and a visible correction note is added at the end of the article stating what was corrected, what the original error was, and the date of the correction.
Update
Information that was correct at the time of publication but has become outdated due to new facts, changes to the platform, or developments in the situation described. The content is updated, and a visible update note is added stating what was updated and why. The original information is not deleted: it is marked as superseded.
Substantial correction
Errors that significantly affect the conclusions, recommendations, or interpretations of the article. These may include incorrect data that changes the meaning of the article, misattributions, or misleading information. They are corrected in the text, a prominent correction note is added at the top of the article, and readers who shared or commented on the content are notified where possible.
Retraction
Complete withdrawal of an article when the published information is fundamentally incorrect, unverifiable, misleading, or harmful and cannot be corrected without rewriting the entire article. The article is replaced with a retraction note explaining the reason. The original URL is kept so that external links lead to the note rather than to a 404 error.
Clarification
When an article is technically correct but its wording has caused confusion, misinterpretation, or ambiguity among readers. The problematic passage is rephrased, and a clarification note is added explaining what was rephrased and why. It does not imply a factual error, but rather an improvement in communication.
How corrections are applied
When we identify an error or one is reported to us, we follow a defined process. First, we verify the error: we check the information against the original sources and, if necessary, consult the author of the article or the people involved. We do not publish corrections based on a single unverified source.
Once the error is confirmed, we classify the correction according to the types described above and apply it as quickly as possible. Minor corrections are applied immediately. Factual and substantial corrections are applied within 48 hours of verification. Retractions are published within 24 hours of the decision to withdraw the article.
All corrections (except minor ones) include a visible note in the article with the date of the correction, a description of the original error, and the corrected information. We do not silently edit articles when the change affects their informational content. The original version of the corrected passage is documented in the correction note so that readers can compare.
Format of correction notes
Correction notes follow a standardized format so readers can easily identify them:
Factual correction: included at the end of the article under the heading “Correction note,” followed by the date, a description of the error, and the correct information. Example: “Correction note (Feb. 22, 2026): An earlier version of this article stated that the event would take place in Tokyo. The correct location is Osaka. The text has been corrected.”
Substantial correction: included at the top of the article in a prominent format, with the same date, error description, and correction format. An explanation of how it affects the article as a whole is added.
Update: included at the top or end of the article under the heading “Update” with the date. It states what information has changed since the original publication and why.
Retraction: replaces the content of the article with a note explaining the reason for the withdrawal, the date, and, where appropriate, a link to correct or alternative content.
Clarification: included at the end of the article under the heading “Clarification” with the date. It explains what was rephrased, without there having been a factual error.
How to report an error on the blog
If you spot an error in any article on the OtakuOshi blog — factual, spelling, attribution, a broken link, outdated information, or any other kind — you can report it in the following ways:
Contact form: use the contact page, providing the article URL, a description of the error and, if possible, the source supporting the correction. Email: send a message to hello@otakuoshi.com with the subject line “Blog correction” and the same information. Article comments: if comments are enabled on the article, you can point out the error directly in a comment.
All error reports are reviewed. If the error is confirmed, it is corrected in accordance with this policy, and the reader who reported it is credited (unless they prefer to remain anonymous). Response times for error reports follow the time frames set out in the active response policy.
Editorial responsibility
Ultimate responsibility for the content published on the blog lies with the OtakuOshi editorial team. When an article contains content from outside contributors, interviews, or third-party quotes, the editorial team verifies the information before publishing it. If an error originates from an outside source, the correction says so.
The opinions expressed in opinion pieces, analysis, or columns are the responsibility of their authors and are identified as such. The corrections policy applies to the facts, data, and attributions contained in those articles, not to the opinions.
This policy applies exclusively to the OtakuOshi blog (articles, guides, news, interviews, and editorial analysis). It does not apply to content published by creators on their platform profiles, which is governed by the terms of service and the publishing principles.
Frequently asked questions about the corrections policy
Answers to the most common questions about how we handle corrections on the blog.
Only minor corrections (typos, formatting, broken links) are applied without a visible note, because they do not affect the informational content. Any change that affects data, facts, attributions, or conclusions includes a visible correction note with the date and a description of the change.
Minor corrections are applied immediately. Factual and substantial corrections are applied within 48 hours of verifying the error. Retractions are published within 24 hours of the decision. Response times for reports follow the active response policy.
You may request the withdrawal of an article if you believe it contains fundamentally incorrect, defamatory, or harmful information. Requests are evaluated case by case. If it is confirmed that the article cannot reasonably be corrected, a retraction is issued. Send your request through the contact page or to hello@otakuoshi.com.
Yes, unless the person prefers to remain anonymous. If a reader reports an error that is confirmed and corrected, they are mentioned in the correction note as a thank-you (for example: “Thanks to [name] for pointing out this error”). If you prefer not to be mentioned, say so in your report.
No. This policy applies exclusively to the OtakuOshi editorial blog. Content published by creators on their profiles is governed by the terms of service and the publishing principles. If you spot a problem with a creator’s content, use the complaints page.
The corrections policy applies to facts, data, and attributions, not to opinions. Opinion pieces, analysis, and columns represent their authors’ points of view. If you believe an opinion is based on incorrect data, you can report the factual error. If you simply disagree with the opinion, the article comments are the right place for that.
They are not deleted. The original URL is kept, and the content is replaced with a retraction note explaining the reason. This ensures that external links lead to an explanation rather than a 404 error, and that a public record of the retraction remains for transparency.
Corrections are documented in each individual article through correction, update, clarification, or retraction notes. Each note includes the date and a description of the change, so any reader can see an article’s correction history directly in the article itself.
This policy is reviewed at least once a year or whenever there are significant changes to the blog’s editorial structure. Any changes are published on this page with the date of the last update.
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