Privacy Policy
Hobonichi Co., Ltd. (“Hobonichi”), are a Japan-based company engaged in the creation of ideas, plans, media, events, products, educational programs, and other operations focused on making people happy. These operations are often covered through free content available on the website. In order to deliver this content, Hobonichi may occasionally request your personal or other information.
It is important to us that you are able to access this content with the peace of mind that Hobonichi is committed to protecting your privacy. Hobonichi and our entire employee take the protection of privacy very seriously, and see the compliance of this Privacy Policy as an important social responsibility.
Hobonichi has established a Privacy Code of Conduct and Privacy Statement as a guideline for handling personal information, and Hobonichi shall comply with these important guidelines.
Privacy Code of Conduct
Hobonichi considers personal information and information related to privacy as something precious that has been entrusted to our care. See below for guidelines on how Hobonichi handles your information.
1. When gathering information:
- ・Hobonichi will set a specific purpose of use and present it clearly so that you can understand and confirm the contents.
- ・Hobonichi will obtain your consent for the purpose of use prior to collecting the information.
- ・Hobonichi will use the information for the sole purpose communicated to you at the time of agreement.
- ・Details about the handling of personal information will be disclosed with the Privacy Statement.
- ・Personal information will only be shared with employees and consignees who require the information in order to provide our services. If information is shared with consignees, this will be disclosed with the Privacy Statement.
- ・If there are any changes with the purpose of use or plans to share the information with a third party, Hobonichi will communicate this with you beforehand and again ask for your consent. If Hobonichi is unable to obtain your consent, Hobonichi will not use your information for these new purposes or share your information with the third party.
- ・Hobonichi has established a governance system of accountability for personal information and privacy protection.
- ・Hobonichi puts safety first and take appropriate security measures.
- ・Hobonichi employees and consignees will be educated and overseen so that they can properly handle personal information.
- ・Information will be appropriately discarded after use. If the information cannot be deleted, Hobonichi will ensure Hobonichi is unable to use the information further.
- ・Hobonichi has established the "Information Security Committee" as a primary contact point for internal training and implementation of measures related to personal information and privacy protection.
- ・The Information Security Committee will also serve as the contact point for the public to submit inquiries about privacy. You can contact the Information Security Committee via email: anshin@1101.com
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Hobonichi will do our best to reply in a timely fashion.
Enacted: March 15, 2017
Revised: July 1, 2024
Hobonichi Co., Ltd.
Representative director: Shigesato Itoi
Privacy Statement
Hobonichi Co., Ltd. (“Hobonichi”), take privacy protection seriously and regard it as an important part of providing good service to our customers.
Following the Personal Information Protection Act, Hobonichi has incorporated the OECD's 8 principles concerning the privacy of customers. This document that describes the handling of your personal information is called a privacy statement. Hobonichi will also communicate what kind of personal information is collected, how it is used, safety control measures, etc. Hobonichi asks that you agree to the use of personal information before using our services.
1. Types of personal information collected and intended usage
2. Services provided through apps and external domains
3. Cookies (management, visitor statistics, social media)
10. Confirmation and edits (i.e. disclosure, correction, opt-out) of customer information
11. Privacy Statement revisions
1. Types of personal information collected and intended usage
Hobonichi will disclose how the customer’s personal information will be used to render services. Hobonichi will only collect information required to render services. Main purposes of use are posting articles on the site, providing products for purchase, accepting entries for gifts, sending advertising emails about contents on the Hobonichi website, conducting online surveys, and providing app services. Please see below for details.
| Service and domain | Purpose of use for personal information | Personal information to be collected |
|---|---|---|
| Hobo Nikkan Itoi Shinbun www.1101.com |
Introducing products, accepting entries for gifts, sending prizes, conducting online surveys and questionnaires, accepting feedback | Name, address, email address, nickname, survey and questionnaire answers, feedback |
| Hobonichi Mailing List (Japanese only) www.1101.com/mailmagazine |
Advertisement emails about services or products offered by Hobonichi or third parties | Email address |
| Hobonichi Store www.1101.com/store |
Product sales, delivery, order management page, feedback, customer support, newsletter, questionnaire | Name, Address, telephone number, credit card information, email address, gender (optional), credit card information, birth date, order information, feedback |
| Hobonichi ID myaccount.1101.com/ |
Provision of various Hobonichi services | Email address, password, nickname |
| Takaaki Yoshimoto's 183 Lectures www.1101.com/yoshimoto_voice/ |
Product sales | Credit card information, email address, nickname |
| LDKWARE www.ldkware.com/ |
Product sales (Hobonichi Store), feedback, inquiries | Hobonichi Store account registration, feedback, inquiries |
| Hobonichi School school.1101.com gakkou.1101.com |
Account management, subscription to this service, receiving questionnaires, feedback, and inquirie, sending e-mail newsletters | Name, credit card information, email address, registered name, feedback, inquiries |
| Hobonichi Earth Ball earthball.1101.com |
None | None |
| Life Book lifebook.1101.com |
Photograph submission, calendar, ranking, site entry submission, feedback, questionnaire | Nickname, photo, comment, questionnaire answers |
2. Services provided through apps and external domains
Hobonichi has prepared a Privacy Statement for each service to allow customers peace of mind when using our services. Please refer to the Privacy Statement provided for each service.
| Service and domain | Purpose of use for personal information | Personal information to be collected |
|---|---|---|
| Dokonoko (Web version & app) www.dokonoko.jp iOS, Android |
Main feed, Bookshelf, Book, lost pet information management, profile, calendar, site entry submission, questionnaire | Name, email address, submitted photos, comments, device information, location, lost pet information, questionnaire answers |
| Hobonichi School app school.1101.com iOS android |
Account management, subscription to this service, etc. For details, please refer to the Hobonichi School Privacy Statement. |
Email address, registered name, application history, etc. For details, please refer to the Hobonichi School Privacy Statement. |
| Hobonichi Earth Ball app iOS, Android |
Information will only be used for purposes expressed at the time of consent. There are no applicable items at this time. | None |
| Hobonichi app iOS, Android |
Randomly generated list of past articles, search, app notifications (notification of content updates) | Name, email address |
| TOBICHI www.1101.com/tobichi |
Gallery event, questionnaire, event insurance coverage | Name, address, telephone number, gender, questionnaire answers |
| Event announcements (not regularly scheduled) | Event participation registration, notification of time changes, etc., questionnaire | Name, telephone number, email address, gender, questionnaire answers |
3. Cookies (management, statistics, social media)
A "Cookie" is the name of a technology that records and manages information about usage history and submitted website contents of customers. This information is saved as a Cookie onto the hard disk of a computer.
For further information, see our Cookie Policy.
3-1. Cookie management
Cookies enable a browser to quickly process frequently-accessed services. When shopping in the Hobonichi Store, a customer’s shopping cart contents and order management are processed through Cookies and JavaScript. Cookies are necessary for this submitted information to be saved and accessible as you shop.
3-2. Cookies used for viewing online content
Hobonichi utilizes cookies to provide the functionality of redisplaying content that our customers have previously viewed.
3-3. Page access and purchase statistics
In order to optimize the quality of contents developed for the website, Hobonichi anonymizes the access data of site visitors and uses it to analyze access statistics. Hobonichi does not identify customers or analyze individual usage. Hobonichi may also provide statistical data such as product sales numbers to our co-development partners.
Hobonichi uses Microsoft Clarity and Google Analytics with server logs. If you do not want to participate in access analysis with opting out of the use of Cookies, please change your settings accordingly:
You can refuse to accept cookies by changing your browser settings. However, please be aware that disabling Cookies may prevent some services on this website from functioning properly.
Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
3-4. Social Media Cookies
In order to allow customers convenient use of social media channels through the Hobonichi website, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LINE, Hobonichi uses third-party cookies issued by each respective social media website. If you would like to prevent the use of cookies from these websites, please change your settings here:
- Facebook Opt-out: https://www.facebook.com/help/568137493302217
- Please view the help section of your browser and devices for opt-out instructions for Instagram and LINE.
4. About consignees
Hobonichi outsources services such as product delivery, credit card payment, debt collection, mail delivery and calendar production. Hobonichi supervises the outsourcing company and prohibits the use of private information outside the role of the outsourcing business.
<Consignee List>
| Outsourced service | Company name | Entrusted personal information |
|---|---|---|
| Calendar production | LaboNetwork Co., Ltd. | Nick name, photographs, comments |
| Payment processing, debt collection | GMO Payment Gateway, Inc. H.S. Debt Collection Co., Ltd. Amazon Japan G.K. PAY, Inc. Scudetto Corporation EventRegist Co., Ltd. |
Name, credit card information, card expiration date, etc. |
| Product shipment | Nippon Express Co., Ltd. Sumisho Global Logistics Co., Ltd. Yamato Transport Co., Ltd. Japan Post Co., Ltd. Sagawa Express Co., Ltd. talo Co., Ltd. VITAMIN CM Inc. Federal Express Japan G.K. HIBIYA-KADAN FLORAL CO., LTD. Rose Universe co., ltd. LaboNetwork Co.,Ltd. |
Name, address (includes zip code), telephone number, email address |
| Email delivery | Sapana Co., Ltd | Email address |
| Surveys | SurveyMonkey, Google | Email address, survey answers |
| Event Registration | EventRegist Co., Ltd. | Name, email address |
5. Sharing with third parties
Hobonichi may provide personal information with third parties. Hobonichi will always ask your permission to share with the third party before doing so. If Hobonichi is unable to obtain permission to share the information with the third party, Hobonichi will not share the information. However, please be aware that if Hobonichi receives an order to share the information based on laws and regulations, Hobonichi may need to provide this information even without consent.
<Examples of third parties>
・If the company to asks for the interview — initiated by the Hobonichi Techo Official Guidebook — requests resources for content, Hobonichi may provide information to the company if the customer consents in advance.
・If Hobonichi is unable to provide replacement parts for items bought from the Hobonichi Store, Hobonichi may provide information to the company if the customer consents in advance.
・In our Dokonoko app, Hobonichi publishes information on lost pets for the purpose of providing services for lost pet searches.
6. Common use
Hobonichi does not participate in the common use of personal information among several companies.
7. External links
Hobonichi occasionally links to external websites for services and products offered through other related companies. The external website assumes its own responsibility of handling personal information on their website.
8. Social media (Hobonichi accounts)
Personal information posted on a social media account is subject to the privacy policy of the social media website. Social media posts on Hobonichi’s accounts are handled by the administrators of the accounts, and the views and opinions expressed on the social media websites are those of the individual contributor and do not necessarily reflect those of Hobonichi.
| Social media website | URL |
|---|---|
| X | x.com/itoi_shigesato x.com/1101complus |
| www.facebook.com/hobonichi.library | |
| www.instagram.com/hobonichi1101/ | |
| LINE | line.me/R/ti/p/%40hobonichi |
| Other | https://www.1101.com/sns/ |
9. Security
Hobonichi’s security measures are listed below.
| Security measure | Details |
|---|---|
| Technical safety management | Input form encryption (SSL), anti-virus software, access control, log monitoring |
| Physical safety management | Office entry/exit control, security locks, security camera |
| Organizational security management | Establishment of the Information Security Committee (in charge of education, inquiries, system management, and compliance) |
| Human safety measures | Regular education training |
10. Confirmation and edits (i.e. disclosure, correction, opt-out) of customer information
10-1. Confirming and viewing customer information
The Hobonichi Store, Hobonichi ID, Dokonoko and other services that handle customers’ private information are set up in a way that customers can access and confirm their stored personal information at any time. For disclosure of information from other services, please contact postman@1101.com.
Due to Personal Information Protection Law issued April 1st 2022, customers may choose either email or document as receipt media for disclosure of information.
| Service | How to confirm | Available information for confirmation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobonichi Store |  |
https://www.1101.com/note/open | Registration information, purchase history, shipping address, registered credit card information |
| Hobonichi ID | Account page https://myaccount.1101.com/ |
Email address, nickname | |
| Dokonoko app |  |
View the home screen of the app | Registration information, posts, uploaded pictures |
| Hobonichi app |  |
View the “manage user information” section. | Registration information, usage history |
| Hobonichi School |  |
https://school.1101.com/mypage https://school.1101.com/setting |
Registration information, Subscription status, History of applications for live recordings, Viewing history, Saved program, Saved notes. |
| News Release, Investor Relations Mailing List | Send an email to: ir@1101.com | Registration information | |
| Other | Send an email to: postman@1101.com | Post history, etc. | |
10-2. Correcting or editing customer information
Customers may edit profile information registered to Hobonichi services. Customers may not revise shipping or purchase history. Customers can change the email address for services that use the ID from the Hobonichi ID account page. For other edit requests, please contact postman@1101.com.
| Service | How to edit | Information available for editing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobonichi Store | |
https://www.1101.com/note/open See here for instructions: https://help.1101.com/store/help/category/04 |
Registration information, shipping address, registered credit card information, newsletter |
| Hobonichi ID | |
Accout page: https://myaccount.1101.com Settings: https://help.1101.com/store/help/en/cat_en/hobonichiid |
Email address, passward, nickname |
| Dokonoko app | |
You can make edits through the following selections: Email address: Home > Account Settings Profile: Home > Account Settings > Edit Profile |
Email address, profile information |
| Hobonichi School | |
https://school.1101.com/mypage https://school.1101.com/setting How to use: https://school.1101.com/help |
Profile |
| Other | Send an email to: postman@1101.com | Post content, nickname on post, etc. | |
10-3. Opt-out of customer information
Personal information held by each of Hobonichi's services can be deleted or deactivated at the customer's request through the following methods. Please note that deleting your accounts for 'Hobonichi Store,' 'Hobonichi School,' or 'Hobonichi App' will not delete your 'Hobonichi ID' account. You can delete your 'Hobonichi ID' registration information, including your email address and nickname, from the 'Hobonichi ID' account page.
| Service | How to suspend usage | Eligible services, notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobonichi Mailing List |  |
You can find instructions for unsubscribing here: https://www.1101.com/mailmagazine/ |
(Eligible services for suspension) Hobonichi Mailing List |
| Hobonichi Store | |
https://www.1101.com/note/open See here for instructions: https://help.1101.com/store/help/194.html |
(Eligible services for suspension) Registration information, shipping address, registered credit card information, newsletter You will no longer be able to view purchase history once it is removed. |
| Hobonichi ID | |
Accout page: https://myaccount.1101.com Settings: https://help.1101.com/store/help/en/cat_en/hobonichiid |
(Eligible services for suspension) Registration information If you delete your Hobonichi ID account, your accounts for 'Hobonichi Store' . 'Hobonichi School', and 'Hobonichi App' will also be deleted. |
| Dokonoko app | |
You can cancel your account through the following selections: Delete account: Home > Account Settings > Delete Account Delete Book: Home > Select one of “My Books” > ... > Delete Book |
(Eligible services for suspension) Registration information, posts, uploaded pictures |
| Hobonichi app | |
You can cancel your account through the following selection: Menu > Account > Delete Account |
(Eligible services for suspension) Registration information (Notes) Personal information is saved on a server. Content linked with a Facebook login or Google login is not deleted through uninstalling. |
| Hobonichi School | |
https://school.1101.com/setting You can cancel your account through the following selections: マイページ＞アカウントの設定＞削除の手続きへ |
(Eligible services for suspension) Registration information, History of applications for live recordings, Viewing history, Saved program, Saved notes. (Notes) Cancellation of your subscription shall be proceeded via AppStore or Google Play. |
| Other | Send an email to: postman@1101.com | (Eligible services for suspension) Post history |
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Furthermore, you may request the cessation of use or deletion of your personal information in the following cases.
- When personal information is handled in a manner contrary to the purpose of use.
- When personal information is acquired by deception or other illegal means.
- When special care-required personal information is obtained without the prior consent of the customer.
- When personal information is acquired in a manner that may encourage or induce illegal or unjust acts.
- When there is no longer a need to use the information.
- In the event of a serious security incident such as a leak.
11. Privacy Statement revisions
If there are any new services or apps introduced on Hobonichi which changes the way Hobonichi handles your personal information, Hobonichi will update this privacy statement. Even if there are no changes in the way Hobonichi handles personal information, Hobonichi may regularly review the Privacy Statement policy and make changes as needed in order to respond to customer inquiries and changes in the social environment. If any revisions are made in the Privacy Statement, Hobonichi will disclose it on this page and also confirm the new privacy policy when a user accesses the new service.
12. Inquiries
If you have any comments or questions regarding how Hobonichi handles personal information in our company, please contact us via the email address listed below. Hobonichi will strive to respond promptly and honestly to inquiries.
<Contact Us>
Hobonichi Co., Ltd Information Security Committee (Personal Information Security Manager)
Email: anshin@1101.com
Enacted: March 15, 2017
Revised: April 13, 2022
