Privacy policy.

Last updated: 15 Oct, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Black Belt Global Venture Studio (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information through our website https://www.blackbeltventure.com (the “Site”).

We operate in accordance with Japan’s Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) and other applicable laws.

1. Information We Collect

Application Form

The personal information collected through the application form will be used solely for the purpose of participant selection, communication, and program management related to this program. Your data will be handled securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

Important Note on Confidentiality / IP:

We respect the confidentiality of your ideas and intellectual property. Please provide information at a high level, focusing on what your technology or solution does and the problem it addresses, without revealing sensitive technical details or proprietary methods. Any attachments, including pitch decks or demos, should similarly emphasize value, outcomes, and vision, rather than disclosing formulas, algorithms, or trade secrets. We handle all information with care and will not share it with any third party without your prior consent.

Contact Form

When you contact us through our website, we collect the information you provide, such as your name, email address, organisation, and message content. We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry.

Analytics and Logs

We automatically collect non-personally identifiable information about your device and usage of the Site, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referral source, and pages viewed. This helps us understand user behavior and improve our website.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enable site functionality, measure performance, and analyze traffic. Some cookies are essential, while others help us understand how visitors interact with the Site.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain site features may not function properly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and requests

  • Improve the performance and content of our website

  • Analyse site traffic and usage trends

  • Prevent misuse or unauthorised access

  • Send important updates, such as changes to this policy

We will not use your information for purposes other than those stated above, unless required by law.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., Squarespace for hosting, Google Analytics for traffic analysis, or IT maintenance providers) to help operate and maintain the Site.

  • Legal or regulatory authorities, when disclosure is required by law.

  • Business transfers, in cases such as mergers or acquisitions.

All third-party providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the specific purpose of providing their services.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to others.

4. International Data Transfers

Because some of our service providers (such as Squarespace and Google) may operate outside Japan, your personal information may be transferred to servers located in other countries.

When this occurs, we ensure that appropriate safeguards and contractual protections are in place, consistent with the APPI.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Under the APPI, you have the right to:

  • Request disclosure of your personal information

  • Request correction, addition, or deletion of your information

  • Request suspension of use or provision to third parties

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

We may request additional verification for security purposes.

You can also choose to manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

After that, we securely delete or anonymise the data.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

If significant changes are made, we may notify users through the Site or by email.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact through our Contact Form.