*This English version of the Privacy policy shall be for reference purposes only. If there are any inconsistency between the English and the Japanese versions of the privacy policy, the Japanese version shall prevail.
Definition of Personal Information and Personal Data
Article 1
Personal Information refers to information related to a living individual. Information that could identify a specific individual, such as a name, address, date of birth, etc. It could also include personal identification codes (as defined in Article 2, Paragraph 2 of the Personal Information Protection Act) of such individual.
Personal Data refers to information that forms a part of a personal information database, etc. (as defined in Article 16, Paragraph 1 of the Act).
Compliance with Related Laws and Guidelines
Article 2
The Company will comply with the Personal Information Protection Act and other related laws, as well as the guidelines of the Personal Information Protection Commission, and will handle personal information appropriately.
Purpose of Use of Personal Information
Article 3
The Company will collect and use personal information only to the extent necessary for the following purposes. If personal information is to be used beyond these purposes, we will obtain prior consent from the individual in an appropriate manner.
(1) Customer Information
Provision and management of the Company’s products and services
Service and communication regarding the Company’s products and services
Requests for cooperation with surveys and questionnaires
Shipment or provision of gifts, rewards, etc.
Advertising and promotion of the Company’s product or services
Statistical aggregation and analysis for marketing
Response to customer inquiries and requests
(2) Business Partner Information
Provision of information related to the Company
Collection of necessary business information, greetings, communications, and guidance for normal business operations
(3) Employee Information
Payroll processing, legal procedures, and labor management related
Education, training, and talent development
HR management such as evaluation, promotions, and transfers
(4) Applicant Information
Recruitment selection, decision-making, and communication
Planning and operations of internship programs, briefings and other events
Response to inquiries and related procedures of the above
Joint Use of Personal Data
Article 4
The Company may jointly use personal data as follows:
(1) Personal data including
Name, phone number, address, date of birth, email address, purchase history, and inquiry details
(2) Scope of Joint Users
Kyushu Kyogu Co., Ltd.
Q-bic Solutions Co., Ltd.
※Purpose of Use: Within the scope described in the 'Purpose of Use of Personal Information'
Provision of Personal Data to Third Parties
Article 5
The Company will not provide personal data to third parties without prior consent, except in the following cases:
When required by laws or regulations
For protection of life, body, or property
For public health or child development
When cooperating with public institutions
For academic research (excluding infringement cases)
When legally notified and reported to the authority
Exceptions to Third-Party Provision:
Outsourcing within necessary scope
Business succession
Joint use entities
Security Measures
Article 6
The Company implements necessary and appropriate measures to prevent leakage, loss, or damage of personal data and ensures its secure management. We also properly supervise our employees and contractors.
Requests for Disclosure, etc.
Article 7
For retained personal data, we will respond appropriately in accordance with the law upon receiving a request from the individual or their agent.
Use of Cookies
Article 8
We use cookies to enhance user convenience and analyze site usage. Users can manage cookie settings via their browser. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Use of Google Analytics
Article 9
Our site uses 'Google Analytics' to analyze traffic anonymously. To disable this, use the 'Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on'.
Opt-Out Options
Article 10
Users can opt out of data collection by:
Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on
Managing cookies through browser settings
Contact Information
Article 11
For general inquiries or complaints regarding personal data, please contact: Kyushu Kyogu Co., Ltd.
Changes to This Policy
Article 12
The Company may revise this Policy as necessary. Changes will be posted on our website and take effect upon posting.