Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Discover Japan ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Use our trip planner feature to save favorite destinations, restaurants, and experiences
• Subscribe to our newsletter or contact us via email
• Interact with our website features and services

2. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Click patterns and browsing behavior

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences (e.g., language selection)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining our website
• Improving, personalizing, and expanding our website features
• Understanding and analyzing how you use our website
• Developing new products, services, features, and functionality
• Communicating with you for customer service and support
• Sending you updates, marketing communications, and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues and security threats
• Complying with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.

Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Affiliate Partners

Our website contains affiliate links to third-party booking platforms (Klook, GetYourGuide, Booking.com). When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission. These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

DeepL Translation API

We use DeepL API to provide multi-language translation services. Translation requests are processed through DeepL's servers. Please refer to DeepL's Privacy Policy for more information.

Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission (HTTPS)
• Local storage for trip planner data (stored on your device)
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications and targeted advertising
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Cookie Management: Control cookies through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to Japan and other countries where we operate.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.