FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The following is a list of frequently asked questions from customers using our services.
If you have any questions, please refer to this page or contact us,faq@kirinuki-ya.comPlease contact us at

Is membership free?

No, the background does not have to be a single color for cutting, and there will be no increase in price regardless of the background

Are you closed on weekends and holidays?

We are open for business as usual, except when we are answering the phone.
If we receive a request on Saturday, we will deliver on Sunday. If we receive a request on Sunday, we will deliver on Monday.
Also about inquiries, etc,faq@kirinuki-ya.com If you send an email to We will reply to you as soon as we confirm.
We will inform you of the exact delivery schedule after we receive your formal request.

Do I have to register as a member?

Yes, We would like to receive a copy of the report. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Can I request a personalized clipping?

Of course. Anyone can request from one item.

Where can I change my password?

You can change your password in Users master by clicking on “Detail” button on the right side of the screen.

I would like to give instructions for cropping/processing a photo.

After logging in, click on the “Upload Images” button to register your images and enter your instructions and notes for the work to be performed.
You can also enter your information by clicking on the “Contact Completion” button on the left menu of the same screen.
You can also contact us by e-mail (24 hours a day) or phone (weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.).

Is there a limit to the number of requested images per day?

We do not have a specific upper limit.
However, if the number of requested items is large, we may consult with you about the turnaround time, depending on how crowded the site is.

I can’t send image files from the “Member Registration” form…

The maximum file size of an image that can be sent through the “Member Registration” form is ~1MB.
If the file size exceeds 1 MB, please register and log in to the site, and send the file from the image uploader. (There is no limit to the file size here.)
Or,faq@kirinuki-ya.comAddressed to,With image attached,Please send us by e-mail.

Can I make a media request?

Yes, we accept CD and DVD media.
*Special shipping charges will be required.

Can I register multiple image files at once?

Yes, you can.
If you use our recommended browsers, “Firefox” or “Chrome”, you can upload multiple image files at once.
(Internet Explorer does not support batch uploading of multiple files. Please understand this in advance.)
We also provide “FTP software” that is convenient for transferring images.

Should I contact you ahead of time if I have a request scheduled?

Yes, we would be happy to contact you. If possible, we would appreciate it if you could contact us.
If you let us know in advance the number of items requested and the nature of the work, we will be happy to prepare work according to your schedule.

Are there any image size limitations when uploading with the uploader?

There is no size limit for the uploader.
For large files, a dedicated FTP server is also available.
Please use whichever is most convenient for you.

If I send images via FTP, what should I do with the work order?

After logging in, you can enter your work instructions and notes by clicking on the “Contact Completion” button.
You can also contact us by e-mail (24 hours a day) or phone.

Can you give me a quote first?

Yes, we do. Please contact us using the inquiry form.

Are all prices the same?

KIRIKOM divides our prices into categories according to the content of the image and the difficulty level of the work,
We classify our prices according to the content of the image and the degree of difficulty of the work.
Please refer to the following price list page to see the categories and their respective prices.
Usually and B【72 yen (excluding tax)】We will respond to your request at the following price.
For extremely difficult items of Category D or higher, a separate estimate will be provided.

I want to make a rush request. Is there a surcharge?

No, there is no surcharge.

Does the background of the image have to be a single color to cut through? Will the price increase?

No, the background does not have to be a single color for cutting, and there will be no increase in price regardless of the
background

What is the approximate cost of a bicycle clipping fee?

For bicycles, it is treated as rank D,
The price corresponds from 230 yen (excluding tax) per item.
The price will vary depending on the degree of difficulty, such as whether or not the cage and spokes are cut out,
Please contact us if you have any questions. Please send us a sample image and we will provide you with a quotation.

What is the cost of cropping when there are multiple people in one image?

If there is more than one model per image, the number of models will be counted.
The number of models = the number of clippings. Please understand this beforehand.
*Other regular items are counted differently.
For the counting method,
Please refer to “How to Count Work Items” at the URL below.
https://kirikom.net/en/price/

I am in the clothing industry. Is there a price difference between a simple T-shirt and something with more complex lines, such as fur?

KIRIKOM has many customers in the apparel industry.
Normally, the price is the same, but in some cases, we may need to estimate the price after viewing the images.
The price for a JPG image will be the same, but for a Photoshop image, the price may vary due to the high resolution of the image.

How does the background change after cropping?

Basically, the background will be white after the object is cut out.
Depending on the file format, it is also possible to make this background transparent.
This is available at no charge.
It is possible to change the background to a color other than white or transparent.
If you wish, please select the “Change background color” option on the form when you submit your request and let us know what color you would like.
We will respond to your request free of charge.

I would like to make the background transparent…

PSD, PNG, GIF, and TIF formats are recommended. They can be used for compositing, etc.

Is it possible to deliver with a path?

Yes. However, an additional fee of 29 yen (excluding tax)~ will be charged for the pass as an optional work.

Can the size be changed and delivered?

Yes, we offer free of charge.
If all images are the same size

Does the background of the image have to be a single color to cut through? Will the price increase?

No, the background does not have to be a single color for cutting, and there will be no increase in price regardless of the background

What are the options available?

Please refer to the “Optional Services” page.https://kirikom.net/en/price

We have a lot of stainless steel products. Can you also correct for color reflections, etc.?

We can also accommodate your request. Please contact us for a separate estimate,
If you are considering this, please contact Kirikom for further instructions.

Can I also ask for a trim?

Yes. We also offer an optional “trimming” service to cut out only the necessary portions of an image.
Since this is an optional service, an additional 29 yen (excluding tax) per item will be added to the basic price.

Can I also ask for color correction?

Yes, we can do this for you.
However, color correction is an optional service and will incur an additional charge of 29 yen (excluding tax).
(Depending on your request, a separate estimate may be required.)
Please contact Kirikom with a sample of the desired color.

Can you correct the image after the cropping is complete?

We will respond promptly and free of charge to requests for correction or rework that are due to insufficient or incomplete checks by our company.
In most cases, we will accept requests for correction or rework at approximately half the price, depending on the degree of difficulty of the work. (Depending on the image, an estimate may be required.)

How long is the delivery time?

Normally, around 300 items can be submitted in the evening and delivered by the next morning.

When will my free trial clipped image be finished?

Usually we deliver the next day, but since this is your first time, we would appreciate it if you could give us one more day to make sure.

What FTP software should I use?

Please use the following FTP software.
Windows customers → [WinSCP].Installation and Usage
MAC customers → [FILEZILLA]Installation and Usage

Can I register multiple image files at once?

Yes, you can.
If you use our recommended browsers, “Firefox” or “Chrome”, you can upload multiple image files at once.
(Internet Explorer does not support batch uploading of multiple files. Please be aware of this.)
We also provide “FTP software” that is convenient for transferring images.

As for the cropping method, is it with the automatic selection tool?

No. KIRIKOM is entirely manual.
Therefore, we are able to respond to even the most detailed requests from our customers.

If the image is made in PSD format, is the border of the cropped image semi-transparent? Will it blend in even if it is overlaid on a colored background?

Yes, the image is usually processed as transparent, so there is no problem with overlaying it. For magazine publishers, we often leave the background and deliver only the path.

We are planning to use this service for a corporation and would like to request it from more than one person. Is it possible to send invoices to departments instead of to each individual?

We can provide this service.
If you are registering individual accounts for each person, we will send you an invoice for each department you are in charge of,
We will send a combined invoice for each department in charge.
Or, if you are registering by department,
We will send you an invoice for each account registered by each department.
(*In addition, due to registration specifications, we ask that you register your personal name as well, even if you are in charge of a specific department.
(*Please note that even if you register by department, you must also register your personal name)

When should I pay? Will I receive an estimate?

We will send you a quotation after we have received your uploaded images. Payment is requested by e-mail at the end of each month and by bank transfer or credit card on the 20th of the following month.

Would the processing order placed on the 29th of this month be invoiced the following month?

Billing is based on the date and time of the completion report e-mail sent by KIRIKOM.
Even if the request is made on October 29, if delivery is made on October 30, the billing will be made at the end of October, and if delivery is made on November 1, the billing will be made at the end of November.

When will I hear from you about my claim?

We will send you an invoice by e-mail on or about the 1st or 2nd of the following month.

Can you issue an invoice?

Yes, we can issue (mail) invoices.
Normally, invoices are sent by e-mail in PDF format,
If you require an invoice, please contact us and we will be happy to issue one for a separate fee of 200 yen (including postage).

Can I pay by credit card?

Yes, we accept credit card payment (PayPal).
If you wish to pay by credit card, please contact KIRIKOM.
We will send you a payment notice by e-mail at the time of your monthly billing.
The payment will be made by credit card at the time of billing.
(Please note that this is not an automatic debit.)

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