Effective Date: 08/04/2025

At Atelier Japan, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or shop with us.

1. Who We Are

We are Atelier Japan, a retail business based in:
 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokojicho, 901 ホテルグランヴィア京都 M3階

2. What Information We Collect

When you use our website or make a purchase, we may collect the following personal data:

• Name
  
  
• Email address
  
  
• Billing and shipping address
  
  
• Phone number (optional)
  
  
• Payment information (processed securely via third parties)
  
  
• Account details if you register
  
  
• Marketing preferences
  
  
• IP address and browser/device data
  
  

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfill orders
  
  
• Communicate about purchases, delivery, or returns
  
  
• Provide customer support
  
  
• Send marketing emails (only if you’ve opted in)
  
  
• Improve website functionality and user experience
  
  
• Analyze site traffic and usage (e.g., via Google Analytics)
  
  
• Show personalized ads (if you’ve consented)
  
  

4. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third parties who may process your data:

• Payment processors: Stripe, PayPal
  
  
• Analytics: Google Analytics
  
  
• Advertising: Meta (Facebook/Instagram), Google Ads
  
  
• Email marketing platforms
  
  

These services comply with applicable privacy laws and only access data necessary for their role.

5. International Data Transfers

Since we’re based in Japan and sell globally, your data may be transferred and stored in countries with different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for these transfers, particularly when data is sent to the EU, UK, or USA.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
  
  
• Correct or update inaccurate information
  
  
• Request deletion of your data
  
  
• Withdraw consent to marketing
  
  
• Object to processing in certain cases
  
  

To exercise these rights, please contact us (see Section 8).

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as needed for the purposes stated above, or as required by law (e.g., for accounting or tax compliance).

8. Contact Us

For any questions or to exercise your rights, contact us by mail at:
 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokojicho, 901
 ホテルグランヴィア京都 M3階
 Atelier Japan – Privacy Officer

🍪 Cookie Policy — Atelier Japan

Effective Date: 08/04/2025

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, provide personalized services, and understand how visitors use our site.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They help remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and analyze site usage.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

3. Managing Cookies

Currently, our website does not display a cookie consent banner. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.

If you prefer, you can control cookies via your browser settings by blocking or deleting them. This may affect how the website functions.

4. Updates

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.