Digital Garden Japan

Privacy Policy



The Digital Garden Tokyo Conference (the “Event”), owned, operated and administered by Better World KK (“Digital Garden Japan”) is committed to respecting privacy and protecting the personal information of individuals with whom we interact. This Privacy Policy outlines how Digital Garden Japan collects, uses, and shares your Personal Information (as defined below) in connection with our websites, mobile applications, and events, including the Digital Garden Tokyo Conference. It also informs you of your rights and choices concerning the processing of your Personal Information. Personal Information is defined as any data made available by you that identifies, relates to, describes, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with you.

Collection of Personal Information

Directly from Individuals:
Digital Garden collects Personal Information directly from you when you interact with us, such as when you register for an event, sign up for newsletters, or participate in surveys. The information collected may include, but is not limited to:

  • Names

  • Job titles

  • Business information

  • Addresses

  • Email addresses

  • Phone numbers

  • Photos

  • Information about your interests in digital infrastructure and technology

If you choose to withhold any requested Personal Information, it may not be possible for you to gain access to certain services or for us to respond to you effectively.

Automatically Collected Information:
When you visit our websites or use our services, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage through cookies and similar technologies. This may include:

  • IP addresses

  • Device IDs

  • Browser types

  • Operating systems

  • Location data

  • Information about how you interact with our content

Third-Party Sources:
We may also receive Personal Information about you from third parties, such as our official vendors, partners, and exhibitors. This information may be combined with the information you provide to us directly.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age 18, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from such individuals (i.e., minors and children). If we become aware that we have collected Personal Information from an individual under age18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. If you believe that we may have collected information from an individual under age 18, please contact us at admin@digitalgarden.co.jp.

Purposes of Processing

We may use Personal Information to:

  • Process your event registrations and facilitate your participation

  • Provide products and services you request

  • Communicate with you about events, initiatives, and other opportunities

  • Personalize your experience and tailor our services to your needs

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

We retain Personal Information for the duration of our relationship with you and for a reasonable period thereafter, as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Data Sharing Practices

We do not share your Personal Information with others except as indicated within this Privacy Policy or when necessary to provide our services. Situations where we may share your Personal Information include:

  • Event Registration: When you register for an event, such as Digital Garden Tokyo Conference, you authorize us to share your information with event co-sponsors and other attendees through directories or mobile applications. If you do not wish to have your information shared, please contact us at admin@digitalgarden.co.jp.

  • Service Providers: We may share your Personal Information with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as event organizers, IT support, or marketing partners. These providers are typically contractually obligated to protect your information and use it solely for the purposes we specify.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your Personal Information if required by law, to enforce our terms of service, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Digital Garden Japan, our users, or others.

External Websites

Our websites and services may include links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites, and we are not responsible for their privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Data Subject Rights

Under certain privacy laws, including Japan's Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI), you may have the right to:

  • Access your Personal Information held by Digital Garden Japan

  • Correct any inaccuracies in your Personal Information

  • Request the deletion of your Personal Information

  • Object to the processing of your Personal Information

  • Withdraw your consent to the processing of your Personal Information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@digitalgarden.co.jp.

Data Transfers

Digital Garden Japan currently operates in Japan, but given the global nature of our customer base, your Personal Information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in other parts of the world. By using our services and providing your information, you consent to these transfers, storage, and processing in accordance with applicable laws.

Protecting Your Personal Information

We are committed to safeguarding your Personal Information. We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. If you believe your Personal Information has been compromised, please contact us immediately.

Updates to This Statement

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or to comply with legal requirements. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by prominently posting a notice on our website or by other appropriate means. Your continued use of our services after such changes take effect indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how your Personal Information is handled, please contact us at:
Digital Garden Japan
admin@digitalgarden.co.jp