Privacy policy.
Last updated: June 24, 2026
Explore Hiroshima is a small personal blog. This page explains, in plain language, what data is collected when you visit and how it's used.
What we collect
The site is a static site hosted on Vercel. Vercel collects standard server logs (IP address, user agent, requested URL, timestamp) for the purpose of operating the service. These logs are retained according to Vercel's own retention policy and are not sold or shared.
We do not run third-party advertising trackers, fingerprinting scripts, or behavioural ad networks. We do not sell or share visitor data with third parties.
Analytics
This site uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4), a service provided by Google LLC. GA4 collects
data about your visits — including pages viewed, approximate location (country/city),
device type, and referral source — and sends it to Google's servers. Google Analytics
sets cookies (including _ga and _ga_*) in your browser that
persist for up to 2 years and are used to distinguish unique visitors across sessions.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, or by using a browser with built-in tracker blocking. Data collected through GA4 is governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
If you email us at hello@explorehiroshima.jp, your message and email address will be stored only to reply to you. We do not add emailers to a marketing list without explicit opt-in.
Cookies
Google Analytics 4 sets cookies (_ga, _ga_*) as described
above. The site itself sets no additional tracking cookies. Embedded content from third
parties (for example, hotel booking links or YouTube videos) may set their own cookies —
those are governed by the respective third party's privacy policy.
Outbound links
Many posts link to restaurants, hotels, and external resources. These are recommendations, not paid placements. A small number of links may go through general booking platforms (Booking.com, Agoda, Rakuten Travel) — if any such link ever earns a small commission, it will not affect the price you pay or the editorial content of the post. We disclose any such relationship in the relevant article when applicable.
Children
The site is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to this policy
If this policy changes meaningfully, the date at the top of this page will be updated. Material changes will also be noted on the homepage for at least 30 days.
Contact
Questions about privacy? Email hello@explorehiroshima.jp.