Funpicking Co., Ltd. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) recognizes the importance of protecting your personal information and complies with applicable privacy laws, including Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information. This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) outlines how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you use our services related to matcha products (the “Services”).
1. Definition of Personal Information
In this Privacy Policy, “personal information” means information about an identified or identifiable individual as defined under applicable privacy laws, including Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information and, where applicable, U.S. privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state privacy regulations.
2. Purpose of Collecting Personal Information
Funpicking Co., Ltd. collects and uses your personal information for the following purposes:
- To enable smooth use of our Services
- To create statistical data related to the use of our Services
- To conduct surveys regarding current or future Services
- To respond to inquiries from users
- To develop and provide new features and services
- To contact users regarding permission to use images on blogs, social media, and other platforms
- To verify user identity when handling inquiries
- To provide important notifications related to our Services when necessary
- For general marketing activities related to our Services
3. Protection of Personal Information
We will not provide or disclose to third parties any information collected from users that can identify individuals without prior consent from the individual, except as required or permitted by applicable laws and regulations.
4. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our Services from outside Japan, including the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Japan where our servers are located. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to Japan and understand that your information may be subject to the data protection laws of Japan.
5. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access your personal information
- The right to correct inaccurate personal information
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to object to certain processing of your personal information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.
6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, collect statistical information, and for marketing purposes. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected personal information from a child under 16, please contact us.
8. Improvements and Changes
Funpicking Co., Ltd. regularly reviews its personal information handling practices to ensure continuous improvement and may modify this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any significant changes to this Policy will be notified through our website or by other appropriate means.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Funpicking Co., Ltd. [info@funpicking.com]
Last Updated: May 10, 2025