Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 20, 2025

Oha Japan (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the website https://www.ohajapan.com (the “Site”), which provides travel, culture, and lifestyle content about Japan. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information in a transparent and respectful manner.

This Privacy Policy explains what kind of personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website:

a) Usage Data

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about your visit, such as:

  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on the site
  • Browser type and device information
  • Country or region (approximate)
    This data helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve user experience.

b) Cookies

We use cookies to track user behavior and personalize content. Cookies are small files stored on your browser. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to share this information.

c) Affiliate Links

Our site contains affiliate links to third-party websites. If you click on these links and make a purchase or booking, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These links help support the content we create. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of third-party websites.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Analyze website performance and traffic trends
  • Improve our content and user experience
  • Track affiliate link performance
  • Maintain website security and reliability

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services on our site:

  • Google Analytics (Google LLC)
    → Data is anonymized and used only for traffic analysis. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
  • Affiliate Programs
    → These may include services such as Amazon, Klook, Booking.com, or others. These companies may collect their own data in accordance with their privacy policies.

4. Your Choices and Rights

You can:

  • Disable cookies in your browser settings
  • Opt out of Google Analytics tracking
  • Choose not to click on affiliate links

If you are a resident of the EU or other regions with data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Object to data processing

Contact us using the email below if you wish to exercise these rights.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with the “Last updated” date at the top.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]