Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 10, 2024
The operator (hereinafter referred to as “we” or “us”) of the “Next Japan Guide” (hereinafter referred to as “the Service”) will handle the personal information of all users (hereinafter referred to as “users”) of the Service in accordance with the following privacy policy (hereinafter referred to as “this policy”).
1. Personal Information
The term “personal information” shall mean “personal information” as defined in Japan's Personal Information Protection Law, and shall mean information about a living individual that can be used to identify the specific individual by name, date of birth, address, telephone number, contact information, or any other description contained in such information (including information that can be matched with other information data to identify a specific individual).
2. Personal Information Obtained by the Service
We may request personal information such as name, date of birth, address, telephone number, e-mail address, bank account number, credit card number, and driver's license number when a user registers for use. In addition, we may collect transaction records containing a user's personal information and information related to transactions and payments from our partners (including information providers, advertisers, and ad servers; hereinafter referred to as “partners”).
2.1. Information provided directly by the user or information obtained with the user's permission.
When using the Service, we may ask for the following information from the user.
・Name
・Gender, Age, National
・Mail Address
・Information sent to us by the user through user questionnaires or inquiry forms
2.2. Usage information of the Service
・Device information
We may obtain device information (OS, device identification information, etc.) used by the user.
・Log information
Information such as IP address, browser type, browser language, etc. is automatically generated and stored when the user uses the Service. In addition, we may use technologies such as Cookies, advertising identifiers (AAID, IDFA), and JavaScript to obtain the user's browsing history.
※ In this Service, we use the “Cookie” technology to understand the user's usage status, use targeting advertising systems by third parties, and provide a more convenient and comfortable Service. This is a record of the date and number of times the user accessed the Service, but it is not used or disclosed in a state that can identify or distinguish the individual user.
※ If you do not wish to use Cookies, you can refuse to use Cookies by changing the settings of the browser you use, but in that case, you may not be able to use part or all of the Service. Please be aware of this in advance.
3. Purpose of Collecting and Using Personal Information
The purposes for which we collect and use personal information are as follows.
3.1. For the provision and operation of our services
3.2. To respond to inquiries from users (including verifying the identity of the user)
3.3. To send emails about new features, updates, campaigns, and other services provided by us to users while they are using the Service
3.4. For maintenance, important notices, and other necessary communications
3.5. To identify users who violate the terms of service or who attempt to use the Service for fraudulent or improper purposes and to refuse their use
3.6. To allow users to view and change their registration information, delete it, and view their usage status
3.7. To charge users for the use of the Service or content related to the Service
3.8. Other purposes related to the above purposes
4. Change of Purpose of Use
4.1. We will change the purpose of use of personal information only if it is reasonably related to the purpose of use before the change.
4.2. If the purpose of use is changed, we will disclose the changed purpose of use on this website by the method specified by us.
5. Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties
5.1. We will not provide personal information to third parties without the user's consent, except in the following cases. However, this does not apply to cases where it is permitted by the Personal Information Protection Law or other laws.
5.1.1 When it is necessary to protect a person's life, body, or property, and obtaining the person's consent is difficult
5.1.2 When it is particularly necessary for the improvement of public health or the promotion of healthy child rearing, and obtaining the person's consent is difficult
5.1.3 When it is necessary to cooperate with a national agency, local government, or a person entrusted by them to perform duties prescribed by law, and obtaining the person's consent would interfere with the performance of those duties
5.1.4 When we have notified or announced in advance the following matters, and have notified the Personal Information Protection Commission and obtained their approval
・Including the provision of personal information in the purpose of use
・Items of data provided to third parties
・Means or methods of providing to third parties
・Stopping the provision of personal information to third parties at the request of the individual
・How to accept requests from individuals
5.2. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraph, the provision of information to the following parties shall not be considered as providing information to a third party.
5.2.1 When we entrust all or part of the handling of personal information within the scope necessary to achieve the purpose of use
5.2.2 When personal information is provided due to a merger or other reason for the succession of business
5.2.3 When personal information is jointly used with a specific person, and the individual is notified in advance of the items of personal information to be jointly used, the range of persons who will jointly use the information, the purpose of use of the persons who will jointly use the information, and the name or name of the person responsible for the management of the personal information to be jointly used, or when the individual is easily able to know the information
6. Disclosure of Personal Information
6.1. When we are requested by the individual to disclose personal information, we will disclose it to the individual without delay. However, if any of the following apply, we may not disclose all or part of the information, and if we decide not to disclose it, we will notify the individual of that fact.
6.1.1. When there is a risk of harming the life, body, property, or other rights and interests of the individual or a third party
6.1.2. When there is a risk of significantly impeding the proper implementation of our business
6.1.3. When it would violate other laws
2. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraph, we will not disclose information other than personal information such as history information and characteristic information.
7. Correction and Deletion of Personal Information
7.1. If a user finds that the personal information we hold is incorrect, the user may request us to correct, add, or delete (hereinafter referred to as “correction, etc.”) the personal information in accordance with the procedure we specify.
7.2. If we determine that it is necessary to respond to a user's request for correction, etc., we will promptly correct, etc., the personal information.
7.3. If we correct, etc., the personal information based on the preceding paragraph, or decide not to correct, etc., it, we will notify the user of that fact.
8. Suspension of Use of Personal Information
8.1. If a user requests the suspension of the use of personal information on the grounds that the information is being handled beyond the scope of the purpose of use or that it has been obtained by fraudulent or other unlawful means, we will conduct an investigation without delay.
8.2. If we determine that it is necessary to suspend the use of personal information based on the results of the investigation in the preceding paragraph, we will suspend the use of the personal information without delay.
8.3. If we suspend the use of personal information based on the preceding paragraph, we will notify the user of that fact.
8.4. Notwithstanding the preceding paragraphs, we may not suspend the use of personal information in whole or in part if it is difficult to suspend the use of the information and if alternative measures can be taken to protect the rights and interests of the user.
9. Changes to this Policy
9.1. We may change this policy at any time without notice to users.
9.2. Unless otherwise specified by us, the revised privacy policy shall take effect from the time it is posted on this website.
10. Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this policy, please contact us at the following email address.
Email Address: info.nextjapanguide@gmail.com
11. Rights under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Individuals residing in the EU ('data subjects') have the following rights under GDPR
1. Right of access: To confirm if we hold your personal data and obtain a copy
2. Right to rectification: To correct inaccurate personal data
3. Right to erasure (right to be forgotten): To request deletion of personal data in specific circumstances
4. Right to restrict processing: To limit processing of personal data in specific circumstances
5. Right to data portability: To receive personal data in a structured format and transmit it to another controller
6. Right to object: To object to processing of personal data in specific circumstances
12. Legal Basis for Data Processing
We process personal data on the following legal bases
1. Processing based on consent
・Use of analytics (Google Analytics)
・Cookie consent
・Language preference storage
2. Processing based on legitimate interests
・Website functionality maintenance and improvement
・Security measures
・Prevention of unauthorized access
13. Use of Cookies and Other Technologies
We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze access logs on this website. Google Analytics log collection is done using cookies without information that can identify individuals. In addition, we use cookies to store information about user preferences for effective advertising delivery, which can make web usage more beneficial. The details of the collected data are as follows.
1. Language preference storage
・Purpose: Used to display the website in a language suitable for the user. This data is essential.
・Storage period: During the browser session
2. Data customized for each user
・Purpose: Used only to provide services customized for each user. This is necessary for users to use this website comfortably. This data is set and used when the user logs in or accesses a page personalized for that user.
・Collected data: Data customized for each user
3. Analytical data
・Purpose: Used for analyzing site usage with Google Analytics and for IR information on this website and the operator.
・Collected data: Browsing pages, device used, approximate location information, etc.
・For more information: Please refer to the Google Analytics terms of use and privacy policy below
- Google Analytics Terms of Use:
https://marketingplatform.google.com/about/analytics/terms/jp/- Google Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy4. Advertising data
・Purpose: We use third-party advertising services for effective advertising delivery. Please refer to the following [List of Advertising Partners] for details.
・Collected data: Advertising display settings, advertising personalization settings
・Storage period: 365 days after consent or 7 days after refusal
14. International Data Transfers
We store data using cloud hosting services. This may include servers inside and outside the EU. If data transfer outside the EU occurs, we will take appropriate protective measures.
【List of Advertising Partners】
Some of the advertisements displayed in this Service may be targeted advertisements provided by the following advertising partners. If you wish to disable these targeted advertisements, please opt out from the link destination page of each partner.
・Google LLC
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