Last updated: October 2, 2026
This policy explains what personal data shokuninjournal.com (“the site”) collects, why, and what choices you have.
Who we are
The site is run by Hiro, an individual based in Japan, under the name Shokunin Journal, based in Japan. Contact: our contact form.
What we collect
- Server logs. Our hosting provider (ConoHa WING, operated in Japan) records technical data such as IP address, browser type and pages requested, for security and operation.
- Comments. If comments are enabled and you leave one, we store your name, email address, comment and IP address. Your email address is not published.
- Messages you send us. If you use our contact form, we receive your name, email address and message by email so that we can reply. The form does not store your message on the site.
Cookies and affiliate links
When you click an affiliate link, the retailer or affiliate network may set cookies on your device to record that you came from our site. Those cookies are controlled by the retailer or network under their own privacy policies.
How we use data
We use data to run and secure the site, reply to messages, moderate comments and understand which content is useful. We do not sell your personal data.
Sharing
We share data only with service providers that help us run the site (such as hosting and, if used, analytics), or when the law requires it.
International transfers
The site is hosted in Japan. If you visit from another country, your data is processed in Japan and, where analytics or other services are used, possibly in other countries where those providers operate.
How long we keep data
We keep comments and messages for as long as they are relevant to the site, and server logs for the period set by our hosting provider.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, including the EU, UK and California, you may have the right to access, correct or delete your personal data, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to withdraw consent. To make a request, contact us through our contact form. You may also complain to your local data protection authority.
Children
The site is not directed at children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect their data.
Changes
We may update this policy. The date at the top shows the latest version.