Effective Date: July 18, 2025
Hinoki Japan LLC ("Hinoki Japan," "we," "us," or "our"), located at 195 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora, IL 60504, USA, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of visitors to our website, hinokijapan.com. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website and services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Personal Information
Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, or other information you provide when submitting inquiries, subscribing to our newsletter, or using our contact form.
Travel Preferences: Information related to your travel interests or inquiries, such as preferred destinations or itinerary requests, when you engage with our services.
Account Information: If you create an account (if applicable), we may collect details such as your username or password.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent, and referral sources.
Device Information: Details about your device, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website performance, and deliver personalized content. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide and improve our services, including personalized travel recommendations and itineraries.
Respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and communicate updates or newsletters.
Analyze website usage to enhance functionality and user experience.
Process transactions or inquiries related to travel services, such as flight search widget interactions (redirected to third-party providers).
Comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and safety.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers who assist with website operations, such as analytics, email services, or travel-related services (e.g., flight search platforms). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or regulatory request.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, with appropriate safeguards.
4. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as flight search platforms or social media. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please use caution when sharing sensitive information.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing communications by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or contacting us directly.
Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our website’s cookie consent tool (if applicable).
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
7. International Data Transfers
As Hinoki Japan LLC is based in the United States, your information may be processed or stored in the U.S. or other countries where our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to request its removal.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
10. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Hinoki Japan LLC
195 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
Phone: +1 630-693-6431
Email: [email protected]
Website: hinokijapan.com
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.