Last updated: October 12, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how HobbyKewl (hereinafter referred to as “the Website”) uses cookies and related technologies.
1. Introduction
The Website, available at https://hobbykewl.jp/, uses cookies and related technologies to ensure proper website functionality and improve the visitor experience.
Some cookies are essential for operating the Website, while others are used for statistical analysis with the visitor’s consent.
This Cookie Policy explains the types of cookies used, their purposes, retention periods, and how visitors can manage their cookie preferences.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on a visitor’s device through a web browser.
They help websites remember certain information, such as preferences and consent choices.
Cookies may also be used to collect information about website usage and improve website performance.
3. What Are Scripts?
Scripts are pieces of program code used to make websites function properly and provide interactive features.
Scripts may run on the Website’s server or within a visitor’s web browser.
The Website uses scripts to operate certain features and manage services, including those related to cookies and website analytics.
4. What Is a Web Beacon?
A web beacon, also known as a pixel tag, is a small and sometimes invisible element used to monitor website traffic or user interactions.
Such technologies may be used in connection with website analytics and related services.
5. Types of Cookies
5.1 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies are necessary for the proper operation of the Website.
They may be used to remember cookie consent preferences and maintain essential website functionality.
These cookies are generally used without requiring consent where permitted by applicable law.
5.2 Statistical Cookies
Statistical cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website.
The Website uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect information about website usage and improve its content and services.
Google Analytics cookies are configured to be used only after the visitor has provided the required consent.
5.3 Marketing and Tracking Cookies
Marketing and tracking cookies may be used to display personalized advertising or track visitors across websites.
The Website maintains consent management categories that include marketing cookies. However, the presence of these consent categories does not necessarily mean that marketing tracking technologies are currently being used.
If additional advertising or tracking services are introduced, this Cookie Policy will be reviewed and updated as necessary.
6. Cookies Identified on the Website
The following information is based on cookies observed during browser testing conducted in October 2026.
The list reflects the cookies identified during testing and does not guarantee that every cookie used under all circumstances has been identified.
Retention periods are approximate and may change depending on service configurations or updates.
6.1 Complianz Consent Management Cookies
The Website uses Complianz to manage visitors’ cookie preferences.
| Cookie Name | Main Purpose | Approximate Retention |
|---|---|---|
cmplz_functional | Stores consent status for functional cookies | 365 days |
cmplz_statistics | Stores consent status for statistical cookies | 365 days |
cmplz_preferences | Stores consent status for preference cookies | 365 days |
cmplz_marketing | Stores consent status for marketing cookies | 365 days |
cmplz_policy_id | Identifies the cookie policy version associated with consent | 365 days |
cmplz_banner-status | Stores the display or dismissal status of the cookie banner | 365 days |
Other Complianz-related cookies may also be used to record consent choices and manage consent-related services.
6.2 Google Analytics 4 Statistical Cookies
The Website uses Google Analytics 4 to analyze website traffic and improve its content.
| Cookie Name | Main Purpose | Approximate Retention |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes visitors for website analytics | 13 months |
_ga_8QHWVCNM5C | Maintains session-related information for Google Analytics 4 | 13 months |
These cookies are configured to be used only after consent has been granted for statistical cookies.
For further information, please refer to Google’s privacy information.
6.3 WordPress Consent API-Related Cookies
The Website uses a mechanism that allows WordPress features and integrated services to access visitors’ consent preferences.
Several cookies beginning with wp_consent_ were observed during browser testing.
These cookies store information relating to consent categories. Their observed retention period was approximately one month.
The identified cookies include those associated with functional, statistical, preference, and marketing consent categories. They allow website components to refer to visitors’ consent choices.
These cookies are used for consent management and do not, by themselves, indicate that marketing tracking is taking place.
6.4 Changes to Cookie Information
The cookies used by the Website may change as website features, plugins, and external services are added, modified, or updated.
This Cookie Policy will be reviewed and updated as necessary to reflect significant changes.
7. Cookie Consent
The Website displays a cookie consent banner to visitors.
Visitors may accept all cookies, reject optional cookies, or review their preferences through the available controls.
Cookies that are not essential to the operation of the Website are managed according to the visitor’s consent choices.
7.1 Changing or Withdrawing Consent
Visitors may change or withdraw their cookie consent through the cookie settings feature provided by the Website.
If consent is withdrawn, subsequent use of optional cookies will be controlled according to the updated preferences. However, visitors may need to delete previously stored cookies through their browser settings if they wish to remove them.
To change or withdraw cookie consent, click “Cookie設定” (Cookie Settings) at the bottom-right corner of the screen and update your preferences in the displayed consent interface.
8. Enabling, Disabling, and Deleting Cookies
Visitors can use their browser settings to enable, disable, or delete cookies.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the availability or functionality of some website features.
For instructions on managing cookies, please refer to the help or settings section of your web browser.
9. Your Rights Regarding Personal Data
Depending on applicable data protection laws, visitors may have rights concerning the processing of their personal data.
These may include the right to request access to personal data, correction of inaccurate information, deletion of data, restriction of processing, or withdrawal of consent.
Visitors may also have the right to object to certain processing activities, request data portability, or lodge a complaint with a relevant supervisory authority, where applicable.
To exercise applicable rights or ask questions about personal data handling, please contact the Website using the details below.
10. Contact Information
For questions or requests concerning this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies, please contact:
Website operator: HobbyKewl
Address: 1-18-25-201 , Hachiman-Cho , Fuchu-City , Tokyo , Japan
Country: Japan
Website: https://hobbykewl.jp/
Email: contact@hobbykewl.jp
This Cookie Policy may be updated to reflect changes in website functionality, cookie usage, or applicable requirements.