Policy

Privacy Policy

The Privacy Policy (hereafter referred to as “Privacy Policy”) outlines the commitment of “5-Point Rating:600 Photogenic Spots in All 47 Prefectures of Japan” (hereafter referred to as “this Site”) to adhere to privacy standards during the provision of various services (such as information provision and handling inquiries) and the handling of personal or similar information of visitors to this Site (hereafter referred to as “Visitors”).

1.Basic Policy
This Site recognizes the importance of personal information and considers its protection a social responsibility. It complies with laws related to personal information and appropriately manages the acquisition, use, and administration of personal information handled on this Site. Information collected on this Site will be handled appropriately within the scope of its intended use.

2.Scope of Application
This Privacy Policy applies only to this Site.

3.Acquisition and Purpose of Use of Personal Information
The personal information of Visitors acquired by this Site and its purpose of use, retention period, etc., are as follows:

3-1. Personal information when leaving comments
When Visitors leave comments on this Site, the following personal information is acquired:

  • Name displayed on the comment form (Handle Name, HN)
  • Email address displayed on the comment form
  • Content of the comment displayed on the comment form
  • Site name displayed on the comment form (optional)
  • IP address
  • Browser user agent string
    This allows the automatic display of the “Name” and “Email Address” the next time a comment is left, saving the effort of re-entering them. An anonymized string created from the email address (also called a “hash”) may be provided to the Gravatar service to check if the Visitor is using it. To check the privacy policy of this service, please click here.

3-1-1. About the purpose of use
For anti-vandalism and spam detection, and for the convenience of Visitors. Comments may also be featured within the Site stating, “Such a comment was made by a Visitor.”

3-1-2. About the retention period
Comments left on this Site, along with their metadata, are stored for three years.
Note: Visitors can choose to save their personal information in their browser when leaving a comment on this Site.

3-1-3. What this Site can do regarding comments
If a Visitor has previously left comments on this Site, the administrator of this Site can respond to a request to receive an export file of the Visitor’s personal information (including all information provided) stored by this Site. A confirmation email will be sent to the Visitor’s email address. Visitors can also request the deletion of their personal information. This does not include information that must be retained for management, legal, or security reasons. A confirmation email will also be sent when deleting.

3-2. Personal information obtained through inquiries
This Site has an inquiry form.
When a Visitor submits an inquiry using this form, the following personal information is obtained:

  • Name entered in the inquiry form (Handle Name, HN)
  • Email address entered in the inquiry form
  • Inquiry content entered in the inquiry form

3-2-1. About the purpose of use
To respond to inquiries and manage Visitors. By storing information from Visitors’ inquiries, it is possible to provide more accurate responses based on past inquiries when the same Visitor submits another inquiry.

3-2-2. About the retention period
Personal information entered in the inquiry form is stored for three years.

3-2-3. About consent to obtain personal information
This Site provides guidance to read this Privacy Policy before making an inquiry using the inquiry form. By making an inquiry, the Visitor is deemed to have consented to this Privacy Policy.

3-3. Acquisition of Personal Information via Cookies
This Site may send cookies to the computers of Visitors. Cookies are files saved on a Visitor’s computer that store usage history and input data exchanged between the browser and server when websites are used.

3-3-1. Purpose of Use
The purpose is to enhance the convenience of Visitors browsing this Site. For example, when you access the same page again, the page operator can alter the display for each Visitor using the information from cookies. Have you ever experienced logging into a site where, after the initial login where you input your password, subsequent accesses do not display the login screen? This is made possible by cookies.
If a Visitor allows the sending and receiving of cookies in their browser settings, the website can retrieve the Cookie keys from the Visitor’s browser. For privacy protection, the Visitor’s browser will only send cookies that have been sent and received by the server of that website.

3-3-2. Retention Period
Cookies left on this Site from comments are stored for one year.

3-3-3. Acquisition of Cookie Information by Third Parties
This Site may display advertisements from third parties such as Google Inc. and Yahoo Inc., and these third parties may acquire and use Visitors’ cookie information in connection with this. Cookie information acquired by these third parties is handled according to their respective privacy policies.

3-3-4. Opting Out of Cookie Information Use for Advertising by Third Parties
Visitors can stop the use of their Cookie information for advertising purposes by third parties by accessing the opt-out page (a page to stop providing personal information to third parties) set up on the third party’s website.

3-3-5. Permission and Denial of Sending and Receiving Cookie Information
Visitors can choose settings related to the sending and receiving of cookies, such as “allow all cookies,” “deny all cookies,” or “notify when a cookie is received.” The method to change settings varies by browser. Please check the “Help” menu of your browser for instructions on how to set cookies. Be aware that if you choose to deny all cookies, you may be restricted in using various services on the Internet, including services that require authentication.

4.Management of Personal Information
This Site strictly manages the information provided by Visitors as follows:

4-1. Ensuring Accuracy of Information
The Site endeavors to maintain the accuracy and up-to-date status of information provided by Visitors.

4-2. Safety Management Measures
The Site implements appropriate security measures to prevent the leakage, loss, or damage of personal information.

4-3. Disposal of Personal Information
Personal information that is no longer necessary is promptly disposed of.

4-4. Disclosure, Correction, Addition, Deletion, and Suspension of Use of Personal Information
If a Visitor requests the disclosure, correction, addition, deletion, or suspension of use of their personal information, the Site will verify that the requester is the individual in question and respond promptly. If you wish to make such a request, please contact us through the inquiry form.

5.Provision of Personal Information to Third Parties
This Site does not provide personal information provided by Visitors to third parties without the consent of the individual. If there is a future need to provide information to third parties, the Site will only do so after clearly stating the information and purpose of provision and obtaining the consent of the Visitor.

6.Personal Information of Minors
When minors comment on this Site or make inquiries through the inquiry form, consent from their legal guardians is required. By commenting or making inquiries, it is assumed that consent from their guardians has been obtained to this Privacy Policy.

7.Contact Information
For inquiries about this Site or the handling of personal information, please contact us via the inquiry form.

8.About Analytical Tools
This Site uses Google Analytics, an access analysis tool provided by Google. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect access information. This access information is collected anonymously and does not identify individuals. The cookies for Google Analytics are retained for 26 months. You can refuse the collection by disabling cookies, so please check your browser settings. If you wish to review the terms of use for Google Analytics, please click here. If you want to check how Google uses data when users utilize Google partner sites or apps, please click here.

9.About Third-Party Ad Services
This Site uses the third-party advertising service “Google Adsense.” Third-party advertisers like Google may use cookies to display ads based on a Visitor’s interests, gathered from information such as their visits to this Site and other websites. Visitors can disable personalized advertising (hereinafter “personalized ads”) in ad settings. To adjust these settings, please click here. Additionally, by visiting www.aboutads.info, you can disable cookies used for personalized ads by third-party advertisers. If third-party ad delivery is not disabled, ads from third-party advertisers and ad networks may appear on the site. For details on advertisers authorized by Google for third-party ad delivery, please click here.

10.About Amazon Advertising
This Site participates in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.jp. Third parties, including Amazon and other advertisers, may provide content and advertisements, collect information directly from visitors, and set or recognize cookies on visitors’ browsers.

11.Changes to the Privacy Policy
This Site complies with Japanese laws applicable to personal information and strives to periodically review and improve the contents of this Privacy Policy. The most updated version of the revised Privacy Policy will always be disclosed on this page.

Effective as of May 1, 2024

Disclaimer

1.About Comments
Comments that include the following content may, at the discretion of the site administrator, be disapproved and deleted:

  • Defamation or slander of specific individuals or legal entities
  • Extremely obscene content
  • Content related to the trade of prohibited items or solicitation of harmful actions, or other acts that are prohibited by law
  • Other content that is against public order and morals or deemed inappropriate for approval by the administrator

2.Accuracy of Information on This Site
This Site strives to post as accurate information as possible. However, misinformation may occur or information may become outdated. The accuracy, legality, or safety of the information is not guaranteed.

3.Liability for Damages
Please note that this Site is not responsible for any damages resulting from the content posted on the Site. Furthermore, this Site bears no responsibility for information or services provided by sites accessed through links or banners from this Site. This Site also disclaims any liability for damages incurred by users due to maintenance issues, fire, power outages, natural disasters, viruses, or interference by third parties considered force majeure.

4.Copyright and Portrait Rights of Images Posted on This Site
The copyright and portrait rights of the images posted on this Site belong to their respective owners. If there are any issues, please contact us via the inquiry form.

5.Prohibition of Unauthorized Reproduction
Unauthorized reproduction of text, images, videos, or other copyrighted materials on this Site is prohibited. Legal actions will be taken if the scope of fair use is exceeded. If you wish to reproduce any material, please contact us via the inquiry form.

Effective as of May 1, 2024