Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Suizenji Jōjuen (including Izumi Shrine) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to enable site functionality, improve user experience, and provide reporting information.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We may use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies
    Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., navigation, secure login).
  • Analytics Cookies
    Help us understand how visitors use our site, such as pages viewed and time spent, often via tools like Google Analytics.
  • Functional Cookies
    Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.
  • Advertising Cookies
    Track Browse habits to deliver relevant ads. These may be set by third-party services.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers (e.g., Google) to place cookies on your device to support website analytics and online advertising. These cookies are governed by the respective third-party privacy policies.

4. Legal Basis for Use (EU GDPR)

・For users in the European Union, we rely on legitimate interests to process essential cookies and certain functional cookies that are necessary for the operation of the website. Non-essential cookies, such as analytics and advertising cookies, are used only to the extent permitted by applicable laws.

5. User Rights and Choices

・For EU Residents:
You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of the website.

・For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA):
You have the right to opt out of sharing personal information collected via cookies. Please use your browser settings to manage your cookie preferences.

6. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact the functionality of some parts of our website.

Supported browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

7. Contact

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us by email.