Privacy policy
Last Updated: March 1, 2026
between gallery online store (hereinafter referred to as the “Store”) is operated with the aim of providing customers with opportunities to encounter carefully selected artworks. All information, content, features, tools, products, and services (hereinafter referred to as the “Services”) provided through this online store are offered and operated by between gallery (ainote Inc.).
The Store is operated using Shopify, and the Services are provided through the Shopify platform.
This Privacy Policy describes how the Store collects, uses, manages, and discloses personal information when you browse, use, purchase from, or otherwise interact with the Services. In the event of any inconsistency between the Terms of Service and this Privacy Policy, this Privacy Policy shall prevail with respect to the handling of personal information.
By using the Services, you are deemed to have agreed to this Privacy Policy.
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Personal Information We Collect
In the Store, “personal information” refers to information that identifies or can reasonably identify a specific individual. This does not include information that has been anonymized or de-identified and cannot be used to identify an individual.
The Store may collect and use the following personal information as necessary:
• Contact information (name, address, billing address, shipping address, phone number, email address)
• Payment information (credit or debit card information, transaction details, payment method, payment confirmation information)
• Transaction information (records of browsing, purchases, returns, exchanges, and cancellations)
• Inquiry information (information provided when contacting the Store)
• Device and usage information (IP address, browser type, device information, browsing and interaction history)
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How We Collect Personal Information
The Store may collect personal information through the following methods:
• Information provided directly by customers
• Information automatically collected when using the Services (including cookies)
• Information obtained through service providers or contractors
• Information lawfully obtained from partners or third parties
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Purpose of Use of Personal Information
The personal information we collect may be used for the following purposes:
• To provide and operate the Services, including artwork sales, payment processing, shipping, and return handling
• To respond to inquiries and provide important notifications
• To improve the Services and enhance user experience
• To prevent fraudulent activities and maintain a secure transaction environment
• To comply with legal obligations and protect rights
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Disclosure of Personal Information to Third Parties
The Store will not provide personal information to third parties except in the following cases:
• When necessary to share with Shopify or service providers such as payment processors or shipping companies for the operation of the Services
• When the customer has given consent
• When disclosure is required by law
• When personal information is transferred due to business succession such as mergers or acquisitions
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Relationship with Shopify
The Services are hosted by Shopify. Shopify may collect and process personal information for the purpose of providing and improving its services. For more information about how Shopify handles personal information, please refer to Shopify’s Privacy Policy.
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Links to External Websites
The Services may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. The Store is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such external websites.
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Personal Information of Minors
The Services are not intended for minors, and the Store does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the legal age.
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Management and Retention of Personal Information
The Store makes efforts to ensure the secure management of personal information; however, complete security cannot be guaranteed. Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.
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Your Rights
Depending on your place of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
• Requesting access to personal information
• Requesting correction or deletion of personal information
• Requesting suspension of use
• Unsubscribing from email communications
When exercising these rights, we may request identity verification.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
The Store may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as necessary. Any changes will become effective once posted on this website.
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Contact
For inquiries regarding the handling of personal information, please contact us at:
between gallery
Inokashira Park Building 102
3-12-13 Inokashira, Mitaka-shi
Tokyo 181-0001
Japan
Email: arai.e@ai-note.jp