Last Updated: June 2026
Introduction
Scary Japan (“we,” “our,” or “the Site”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide while using this website.
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit Scary Japan.
By using this website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
When you visit Scary Japan, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
This information is used for website operation, security, analytics, and service improvement.
We may also collect information voluntarily submitted through contact forms or other communications.
Cookies
Scary Japan uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember user preferences and activity.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Google AdSense
Scary Japan may display advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners.
Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this website and other websites.
Google’s use of advertising cookies enables Google and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other websites on the Internet.
Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings:
https://adssettings.google.com
You may also learn more about how Google uses information from sites and apps that use its services:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
Third-Party Advertising
Third-party advertising vendors and ad networks may use cookies, web beacons, IP addresses, and similar technologies to measure advertising effectiveness and personalize advertising content.
Scary Japan does not directly control the information collected by these third parties.
Users should review the privacy policies of those advertising partners for more information.
Google Analytics
Scary Japan uses Google Analytics to better understand how visitors use the website.
Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages viewed
- Session duration
- Traffic sources
- Device information
This information is used solely for statistical analysis and website improvement.
For more information regarding Google’s data practices, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
How We Use Information
Information collected may be used for:
- Operating and maintaining the website
- Improving content and user experience
- Monitoring website performance
- Preventing fraud or abuse
- Responding to inquiries
- Displaying relevant advertisements
Data Protection
We take reasonable measures to protect collected information from unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, or alteration.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
External Links
Scary Japan may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
Users should review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
Children’s Privacy
Scary Japan is not directed toward children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that personal information from a child has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to remove such information.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically without prior notice.
Changes become effective immediately upon publication on this page.
Users are encouraged to review this page regularly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our contact form.
You may also contact the site administrator via:
X ( https://x.com/IgamoriRyu )
About Scary Japan
Scary Japan is an independent media website dedicated to documenting and preserving Japanese ghost stories, urban legends, haunted locations, historical mysteries, folklore, and unexplained phenomena from across Japan.
Our mission is to preserve these stories as part of Japan’s cultural heritage and make them accessible to audiences around the world.
i-mobile Advertising
This website uses the i-mobile advertising service. i-mobile may use cookies and similar technologies for ad delivery, measurement, personalization, and fraud prevention. You can review the service’s opt-out information on the official i-mobile website.