The Kojima Tourism Guide Association (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”) promotes the charm of the Kojima and Shimotsui areas of Kurashiki City through guided walking tours. We are committed to appropriately protecting our customers’ personal information and handling it in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, as outlined below.
1. Collection and Purpose of Use of Personal Information
The Association may collect the following personal information through reservation and inquiry forms:
Information Collected:
- Name
- Telephone number
- Email address
- Other content entered in the form
Purpose of Use:
- To respond to reservations and inquiries
- To communicate and provide guidance on the day of the tour
- To improve the Association’s operations (including analysis via tools such as Google Analytics)
2. Management of Personal Information
The Association strictly manages collected personal information to prevent leakage, loss, or damage. We do not use personal information for purposes other than those stated, nor do we provide it to third parties without the individual’s consent, except as required by law.
3. Use of Photographs and Videos
For the purpose of reporting activities and promoting regional revitalization, the Association may publish photographs and videos taken during events through the following media:
- The Association’s official website
- Social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook)
- Newsletters, flyers, and other promotional materials
For photographs in which individuals can be identified, we will make every effort to obtain consent at the time of photography or prior to publication.
In cases involving minors, we will obtain consent from a parent or guardian before publication.
If a request is made regarding portrait rights, we will promptly delete or otherwise appropriately handle the relevant images.
4. Access Analysis by Google (Google Analytics & Search Console)
To improve service quality and analyze usage trends, the Association’s website uses Google’s access analysis tools (Google Analytics and Google Search Console).
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous traffic data. This data does not identify individuals.
For more information on how Google handles data, please refer to:
Google’s Policies and Terms
5. Changes to the Privacy Policy
This policy may be revised without prior notice due to changes in laws or operational policies. The latest version of the privacy policy will always be available on the Association’s website.
6. Contact Information
For inquiries regarding the disclosure, correction, or deletion of personal information, or concerns about the use of photographs, please contact:
Kojima Tourism Guide Association
Representative: Manabu Nishinaka
Address: 1-9-34 Ajino, Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, 711-0913, Japan
Email:kojima.kankouguide@outlook.jp
Phone: +81-86-474-4004