Privacy Policy

AskJapanPharmacist (the "Site") is an independent information site operated by a licensed Japanese pharmacist, providing information about Japanese OTC medicines, pharmacies, and medical systems for foreign residents and visitors to Japan. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we handle it.

1. Operator

This Site is operated by a licensed Japanese pharmacist on a personal basis. For inquiries, please use the Contact page.

2. Information We Collect

2-1. Information from the contact form

• Name (optional)
• Email address (to reply)
• Message content

This information is used only to respond to your inquiry and to improve the Site.

2-2. Access analytics and server logs

For the operation of the Site, we may collect the following anonymous information through analytics tools and our hosting platform (Cloudflare):

• IP address (may be anonymized)
• Browser and OS information, screen resolution, access timestamps
• Referrer URL, pages viewed within the Site

This information is not collected or stored in a form that identifies individuals.

2-3. Cookies

The Site may use cookies to provide functionality and for analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, although some features may not work.

3. Advertising (Google AdSense and others)

The Site may, now or in the future, display advertising delivered by third parties such as Google AdSense. These providers may use cookies to deliver ads based on the user's prior visits to this Site or other websites.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

4. Third-Party Disclosure

We do not share personal information received through the contact form with third parties, except as required by law or in life-threatening emergencies.

5. Affiliate Links / PR

If product links in our articles are affiliate links (where we may receive a commission), we clearly label them as "Ad" or "PR." Product selection and recommendations are based on the pharmacist's judgment and are not influenced by compensation.

6. External Links

The Site contains links to external websites such as the PMDA, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, and pharmaceutical manufacturers' official sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external sites.

7. Medical Information Disclaimer

The articles on this Site are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical or pharmaceutical advice. Always consult a licensed physician or pharmacist before taking any medication. We do not provide individual medical or medication consultations.

8. Access, Correction, and Deletion of Personal Information

If you wish to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information you have submitted through the contact form, please use the Contact page.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time without notice in response to legal changes or changes to our services. Updated terms become effective when posted on this page.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please use the Contact page.