Privacy Policy

Japan Paper hal (hereinafter referred to as “our site”) establishes this Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as “this Policy”) regarding the handling of user personal information in the services provided on this website (hereinafter referred to as “the Services”).

Article 1: Personal Information

“Personal information” refers to information about an individual as defined by the Personal Information Protection Act. It includes information related to a living individual that can identify a specific person based on their name, date of birth, address, telephone number, contact details, and other descriptions (personal identification information).

Article 2: Collection Methods for Personal Information

Our site may ask users for personal information such as name, date of birth, address, telephone number, email address, bank account number, credit card number, and driver’s license number when registering for use. Additionally, we may collect transaction records and payment-related information, including user personal information, from our partners (information providers, advertisers, ad distributors, etc.).

Article 3: Purposes of Collecting and Using Personal Information

Our site collects and uses personal information for the following purposes:

1. Providing and operating our site services
2. Responding to inquiries from users (including identity verification)
3. Sending emails regarding new features, updates, campaigns, and other services provided by our site
4. Contacting users as necessary for maintenance, important announcements, etc.
5. Identifying users who violate the terms of use or attempt to use the service for fraudulent or improper purposes
6. Allowing users to view, modify, delete, and check their registration information and usage status
7. Billing users for paid services
8. Other purposes related to the above

Article 4: Changes in Purpose of Use

Our site may change the purpose of use of personal information if it is reasonably related to the previous purpose. In such cases, we will notify users of the revised purpose through the specified method or publish it on our website.

Article 5: Third-Party Provision of Personal Information

Except as provided by the Personal Information Protection Act and other laws, our site will not provide personal information to third parties without obtaining the user’s consent. However, there are exceptions, such as cases where:

• It is necessary to protect human life, body, or property, and obtaining consent is difficult.
• It is necessary for public health or promoting the healthy development of children, and obtaining consent is difficult.
• Cooperation is required with government agencies, local public bodies, or their commissioned parties to perform legally prescribed duties, and obtaining consent would hinder the performance of such duties.
• We have notified or disclosed the following information in advance and submitted a report to the Personal Information Protection Commission:
  • Inclusion of third-party provision in the purpose of use
  • Data items provided to third parties
  • Methods or means of providing to third parties
  • Procedures for stopping third-party provision of personal information upon request
  • Methods for accepting requests from individuals

Article 6: Disclosure of Personal Information

When requested by the individual, our site will promptly disclose personal information. However, there are cases where we may withhold all or part of the disclosure, and we will notify the individual accordingly. A fee of 1,000 yen per request may apply for disclosure.

Article 7: Correction and Deletion of Personal Information

Users can request corrections, additions, or deletions (collectively referred to as “corrections, etc.”) of their personal information held by our site. If we determine that a user’s request for corrections, etc. is necessary, we will promptly make the requested corrections.

Article 8: Suspension of Use, etc. of Personal Information

If a user requests the suspension or deletion of personal information due to reasons such as exceeding the scope of the purpose of use or acquisition through fraudulent means, our site will conduct necessary investigations. Based on the investigation results, if we determine that the request is necessary, we will promptly suspend or delete the relevant personal information and notify the user.

Article 9: Use of Cookies

Our site uses cookies for advertising delivery and access analysis. Cookies identify browsers but maintain anonymity, preventing the identification of specific individuals.

Users can disable cookies in their browsers if they do not wish to use them.

Article 10: Use of SSL

For secure input of personal information, our site uses SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) technology to prevent interception, interference, or tampering of information. SSL encrypts data to enhance security during transmission.

Article 11: Advertising Delivery Services

Our site utilizes third-party advertising services to display advertisements. These third-party providers use cookies to show personalized ads based on user interests.

Article 12: Access Analysis Tools

Our site analyzes access information using Google Analytics. The analysis of access information involves the use of cookies. Users can refuse access information collection by disabling cookies.

For more information on Google’s data collection and processing, please refer to this link.

Article 13: Disclaimer

Our site does not assume any responsibility for damages resulting from the content published. While we strive to provide accurate information in each content piece, we cannot guarantee its accuracy or safety.

Additionally, we cannot be held responsible for information or services provided on linked external websites.

Article 14: Copyright

The copyright for the text and images published on our site belongs to the operator. Unauthorized reproduction beyond the legally recognized scope of quotation is prohibited.

Article 15: Changes to the Privacy Policy

Our site complies with Japanese laws related to personal information and periodically reviews and improves the content of this privacy policy. The most up-to-date version of the privacy policy will always be disclosed on this page.