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Cookie Policy

Information about the cookies we use and how you can manage them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They are widely used to improve website functionality, personalize user experience, and analyze website traffic. Cookies may contain information about your browsing activity, preferences, and authentication status.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as navigation, security, and access to restricted areas. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly.

Functional Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings, navigation history, and user preferences. They enhance the usability and experience of repeat visitors.

Analytical Cookies: We use cookies from Google Analytics and similar services to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymized data about page views, user behaviour, traffic sources, and device information. This data helps us optimize website performance and content.

Marketing & Advertising Cookies: These cookies track your browsing activity across our website and third-party websites to display personalized advertisements and marketing content based on your interests. They may also be used to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

Social Media Cookies: If you engage with social media features on our website (e.g., sharing buttons), cookies from social media platforms may be set to track your interactions and provide targeted content.

3. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, third-party service providers (including analytics platforms, advertising networks, and social media companies) may set cookies on your device when you visit our website. These third parties have their own cookie policies and privacy practices. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

4. Cookie Consent & Opt-Out

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner offering you the choice to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your consent choice will be saved to your device for twelve (12) months. You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

  • Clicking the cookie banner and adjusting your preferences
  • Accessing the cookie settings in your browser
  • Contacting us directly for assistance

Please note that rejecting cookies may limit functionality of certain website features.

5. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies individually or in bulk
  • Block new cookies from being set
  • Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
  • Disable cookies for specific websites

For instructions specific to your browser, please visit the browser's help section or the following resources:

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing DNT signals, and our website does not respond to or disable cookies in response to DNT browser signals. However, you can always exercise cookie preferences through your browser settings as described above.

7. Cookie Duration

Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. They expire at the end of your browsing session.

Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period (ranging from days to years) until they are manually deleted or expire. Persistent cookies remember your preferences across multiple visits.

8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

While you have the right to disable cookies, doing so may negatively impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly, such as:

  • Login and authentication functionality
  • Website personalization and preferences
  • Shopping cart and booking features
  • Optimized content delivery
  • Security features

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for website operation.

9. Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, our website uses other similar tracking technologies, including:

  • Web Beacons: Tiny graphics embedded in web pages that track when pages are viewed
  • Pixel Tags: Invisible pixels used to count page visits and measure campaign effectiveness
  • Local Storage: Browser-based storage mechanisms similar to cookies
  • Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers assigned to your device for tracking purposes

These technologies are subject to the same consent and control mechanisms as cookies.

10. International Considerations

Our use of cookies may vary depending on your location and applicable data protection laws. Users in the European Union, California, and other jurisdictions with privacy regulations receive enhanced cookie controls and transparency. We ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and similar regulations.

11. Updates to Cookie Usage

We may update our cookie practices from time to time as technology and regulations evolve. Changes will be reflected in this Cookie Policy with an updated "last modified" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, how to manage your cookie preferences, or if you have concerns about cookie-related practices, please contact us:

  • Email: cookies@stellarweft.com
  • Phone: +81 48-994-4980
  • Address: Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0000, Japan

We are here to assist you with any cookie-related inquiries and will respond within 5-7 business days.

Last Modified: May 2026