1Business Information

Firm Name: ITOH Patent Attorney Corporation
Address: Meiji Yasuda Seimei Building 16F, 2-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
Representative: Tadashige Itoh

2Definition of Personal Information

In this Policy, “personal information” means information that can identify a specific individual, such as name, address, telephone number, email address, and other descriptive information.

3Methods of Collection of Personal Information

Through this website, the Firm collects only personal information voluntarily provided via inquiry emails (such as name and email address) for the following purposes:

• Responding to inquiries
• Providing services and sharing information to improve our services

Personal information obtained through means other than this website (e.g., in writing or by telephone) will also be used within the scope necessary for the above purposes and will be properly managed.

4Purpose of Use of Personal Information

The Firm uses personal information for the following purposes:

• Filing, registration, maintenance, and other procedures relating to intellectual property rights
• Responding to inquiries from clients
• Other services for which the client has provided consent

5Measures for Secure Management of Personal Data

The Firm strives to keep personal information accurate and up to date.

To prevent unauthorized access, alteration, leakage, loss, or damage, we provide education and training to all personnel. We have established internal information security management regulations that include provisions regarding the handling of personal information, and we conduct periodic inspections to ensure proper management.

6Provision of Personal Data to Third Parties

Except as otherwise provided by applicable laws and guidelines, the Firm will not provide personal information to third parties without obtaining prior consent.

7Joint Use of Personal Information

Personal information obtained by the Firm may be jointly used with the following affiliated entities:

• IPUSA, PLLC
• Beijing IPCHA

The items of personal information subject to joint use include name, email address, and other information related to inquiries.

The purposes of joint use are:

• Responding to inquiries
• Sharing information for the provision and improvement of services

Such joint use will be conducted under appropriate management and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Firm shall be responsible for the management of jointly used personal information.

8Disclosure and Correction of Retained Personal Data

Upon request from the individual concerned, the Firm will promptly disclose personal information.

Requests for notification of purpose of use, correction, addition, deletion, suspension of use, or suspension of provision to third parties should be directed to the following contact:

Address for Requests

General Affairs Department – Inquiry Desk
ITOH Patent Attorney Corporation
Meiji Yasuda Life Building 16F
2-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan

9Continuous Improvement

The Firm will review and improve this Policy as necessary in response to amendments to laws and regulations or changes in social conditions relating to personal information protection.

10Contact for Inquiries or Complaints

For inquiries or complaints regarding the handling of personal information by the Firm, please contact us at the above address.

11Disclaimer

While the Firm endeavors to ensure the accuracy of the information posted on this website, the Firm shall not be liable for any actions taken by users based on the information contained on this website.

The Firm shall not be liable for any damages incurred by users arising from the use of this website, nor for any damages caused by users to third parties.

12Copyright and Portrait Rights

All text, images, and other content on this website are protected by copyright, portrait rights, and other applicable rights. Unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.