Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 21, 2026
BeerMatsuri ("BeerMatsuri," "we," "us," or "our") is operated by Harbor Wind, Inc. (ハーバーウインド株式会社). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use beermatsuri.com (the "Site"), how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information we collect
Information you give us. When you submit an event, contact us, or otherwise reach out, we collect the information you choose to provide — such as your name, email address, and the event details you send.
Information collected automatically. When you visit the Site, we automatically receive standard technical information, including your IP address, browser type, device information, referring pages, and the pages you view. We use this to understand how the Site is used and to keep it running.
Cookies and similar technologies. We and our service providers use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember your language preference, measure traffic, and serve advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site. Google Analytics collects information such as the pages you visit and your general location, and sets its own cookies. For more on how Google handles this data, see Google's Privacy Policy.
Advertising
We display advertising through Google AdSense. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to the Site and other websites. Third-party vendors' use of advertising cookies enables them to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings (adssettings.google.com) or www.aboutads.info.
How we use your information
We use the information we collect to operate and improve the Site, respond to submissions and inquiries, understand and analyze how the Site is used, display advertising, and comply with our legal obligations.
How we share information
We do not sell your personal information. We share information with service providers who help us run the Site (such as Google, for analytics and advertising), and where required by law or to protect our rights.
Data retention
We keep information for as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Your choices
You can control or delete cookies through your browser, opt out of personalized ads as described above, and contact us with questions about the information we hold.
External links
The Site links to third-party websites, such as event organizers' pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites, and we encourage you to review their policies.
Intended audience
The Site concerns beer and other alcohol-related events and is intended for adults of legal drinking age. It is not directed to children.
Operated from Japan
The Site is operated from Japan. If you access it from outside Japan, your information may be processed in Japan.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above.
Contact
Questions about this policy? Reach us through our contact page.