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Privacy Policy

by Alexandra

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 27, 2026

This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) when you visit our website. PII, as described in US privacy law and information security, is information that can identify, contact, or locate a single person. Please read our privacy policy carefully to understand how your information is handled.

What personal information do we collect from the people that visit our website?

When using features on our site, you may need to enter your name, email address, or other details. In addition, this information helps us deliver a better experience for you.

When do we collect information?

We collect information when you subscribe to a newsletter or fill out a form. In addition, we gather data when you use our live chat feature, submit a trip enquiry, or interact with our tools.

How do we use your information?

We may use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To personalize your experience and deliver content and product offerings that match your interests.
  • To improve our website in order to better serve you.
  • To respond to your customer service requests more effectively.
  • To quickly process your enquiries.
  • To send periodic emails regarding content, products, or services.
  • To follow up with you after correspondence (live chat, email, or form submissions).

How do we protect your information?

Our website undergoes regular scans for security holes and known vulnerabilities. As a result, your visit to our site stays as safe as possible.

In addition, we run regular Malware Scanning across the site.

Your personal information sits behind secured networks. Only a limited number of persons with special access rights can reach it, and they must keep the information confidential. Furthermore, all sensitive information you supply travels through Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption.

We also implement a variety of security measures when a user enters, submits, or accesses their information.

Do we use ‘cookies’?

Yes. Cookies are small files that a site transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your Web browser. They enable the site to recognize your browser and capture certain information. Moreover, cookies help us understand your preferences based on previous or current site activity, which allows us to provide improved services. They also help us compile aggregate data about site traffic so that we can offer better experiences in the future.

Specifically, we use cookies to:

  • Understand and save user preferences for future visits.
  • Compile aggregate data about site traffic and interactions for better experiences.
  • Serve relevant advertisements through third-party advertising partners.
  • Track affiliate referrals when you click on product or service recommendations.

You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie arrives. Alternatively, you can turn off all cookies through your browser settings. Since each browser differs slightly, check your browser’s Help Menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies.

However, if you turn cookies off, some features may not function properly.

Third-party disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personally Identifiable Information to outside parties unless we provide advance notice. However, this does not include website hosting partners and other parties who assist us in operating our website, as long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. In addition, we may release information when appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect rights, property, or safety.

Meanwhile, non-personally identifiable visitor information may go to other parties for marketing, advertising, or other uses.

Third-party links and services

Our website includes links to third-party websites, products, and services. These third-party sites maintain separate and independent privacy policies. Therefore, we hold no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites. As a result, we encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

Affiliate disclosure

Our website participates in affiliate marketing programmes. This means we may earn a small commission when you click on certain links and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. However, our editorial content and recommendations remain independent of these affiliate partnerships. When you click on an affiliate link, the affiliate partner may place cookies on your device to track the referral.

Email marketing

We use a third-party email marketing service to manage our newsletter. When you subscribe, your email address and name go to our email provider’s servers. However, you can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email we send.

Google advertising

Google’s advertising requirements follow Google’s Advertising Principles, which create a positive experience for users. Learn more here.

We use Google AdSense Advertising on our website. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our site. In addition, Google’s DART cookie enables it to serve ads based on previous visits to our site and other sites on the Internet. Users may opt out of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network privacy policy.

Moreover, we have implemented the following:

  • Remarketing with Google AdSense
  • Google Display Network Impression Reporting
  • Demographics and Interests Reporting

We and third-party vendors such as Google use first-party cookies (such as Google Analytics cookies) and third-party cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) together. These compile data regarding user interactions with ad impressions and other ad service functions on our website.

Opting out: You can set preferences for how Google advertises to you using the Google Ad Settings page. Alternatively, you can opt out by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative Opt Out page or by using the Google Analytics Opt Out Browser Add-on.

Tracking pixels

Our website may use tracking pixels from third-party platforms to measure advertising effectiveness. In addition, these pixels deliver relevant advertisements to you on social media platforms. You can manage your advertising preferences through the respective platform settings.

California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

CalOPPA requires commercial websites to post a privacy policy. The law extends beyond California to cover any US company that collects Personally Identifiable Information from California consumers.

According to CalOPPA, we agree to the following:

  • Users can visit our site anonymously.
  • Our Privacy Policy link includes the word ‘Privacy’ and appears prominently on the site.

Furthermore, we will notify you of any Privacy Policy changes on our Privacy Policy Page. You can change your personal information by emailing us or by using our live chat.

How does our site handle Do Not Track signals?

We honor Do Not Track signals. Consequently, we do not plant cookies or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.

COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)

The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) puts parents in control when it comes to collecting personal information from children under 13. The Federal Trade Commission enforces the COPPA Rule, which spells out what website operators must do to protect children’s privacy and safety online.

Accordingly, we do not specifically market to children under the age of 13 years old.

Fair Information Practices

The Fair Information Practices Principles form the backbone of US privacy law. In order to align with Fair Information Practices, we will take the following responsive action should a data breach occur:

  • We will notify you via email within 7 business days.
  • In addition, we will notify users via in-site notification within 7 business days.

Furthermore, we agree to the Individual Redress Principle. This requires that individuals have the right to legally pursue enforceable rights against data collectors who fail to adhere to the law. It also ensures individuals have recourse to courts or government agencies for non-compliance.

Your rights under GDPR (European Economic Area and United Kingdom)

If you live in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, GDPR gives you the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data. You also have the right to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

Your rights under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA)

If you live in Canada, PIPEDA gives you the right to access and correct your personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

CAN-SPAM Act

The CAN-SPAM Act sets rules for commercial email and gives recipients the right to stop receiving messages.

We collect your email address in order to:

  • Send information, respond to inquiries, and answer other requests or questions.
  • Share additional information related to content, products, and services.
  • Continue sending emails to our subscribers after the original opt-in.

To comply with CAN-SPAM, we agree to the following:

  • Not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses.
  • Identify the message as an advertisement in some reasonable way.
  • Monitor third-party email marketing services for compliance.
  • Honor opt-out and unsubscribe requests quickly.
  • Allow users to unsubscribe using the link at the bottom of each email.

If at any time you would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, follow the instructions at the bottom of each email. We will promptly remove you from ALL correspondence.

For full site usage rules, please see our Terms and Conditions.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us at: bookings@magnificentjapan.com

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