Cookie Policy

Last Updated: Avril 23, 2026

This website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze traffic, and provide personalized services. By continuing to use this website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences and browsing behavior.

Types of Cookies:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
• First-Party Cookies: Set by this website directly
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use Umami and Offen.
• For more detailed information about cookies, you can visit Wikipedia’s article on HTTP cookies.

Purpose of Using Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential Cookies

  • Required for basic website functionality
  • Enable navigation and access to secure areas
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Provide security features
  • These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function

• Performance & Analytics Cookies

  • Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Analyze visitor traffic and behavior patterns
  • Identify popular content and pages
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Example: Google Analytics

Data Transfer to Countries Outside Japan

Please note that some of the services listed above are provided by companies located outside Japan, including the United States. Your information may be transferred to and processed in these countries. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Cookie Retention Period

Cookies are stored for varying periods depending on their type and purpose:

- Session Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: n/a
- Analytics cookies: Up to 24 months
- Preference cookies: Up to 12 months
- Other persistent cookies: Varies by purpose, typically 6-24 months
- You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

How to Manage and Opt-Out of Cookies

You have the right to refuse or delete cookies at any time. Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of this website.

Browser Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings:

- **Google Chrome:** Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- **Safari:** Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- **Firefox:** Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- **Microsoft Edge:** Settings > Cookies and site permissions

For detailed instructions, please refer to your browser’s help documentation.

Third-Party Opt-Out

You can opt out of specific third-party tracking services:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
• General Opt-Out Resources
• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, including Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information (個人情報保護法), you have the right to:

- **Access:** Request information about cookies and data stored on your device
- **Refuse:** Decline the use of non-essential cookies
- **Delete:** Remove cookies from your device at any time
- **Withdraw Consent:** Change your cookie preferences at any time
- **Object:** Object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes

Please note that exercising these rights may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

Japanese Legal Compliance (日本の法令遵守)

This website complies with:

- **Act on the Protection of Personal Information (個人情報保護法):** We handle personal information in accordance with Japanese privacy laws
- **Telecommunications Business Act (電気通信事業法):** We provide transparent disclosure of external data transmissions

User information transmitted to third parties outside Japan is handled in accordance with applicable data protection regulations and appropriate safeguards.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies or any other means.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons.

When we make significant changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy and may notify you through a notice on our website.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or need assistance managing your cookie preferences, please contact us:

- **Email:** support (at) pierini dot com
- **Name:** Pierini
- **Response Time:** We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days

For privacy-related inquiries specifically related to personal data protection under Japanese law, please indicate “Privacy Inquiry” in your email subject line.