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Privacy Policy and Disclaimer

Privacy Policy and Disclaimer

Privacy Policy

Taurus General Administrative Scrivener Office, Taurus Financial Consulting Co., Ltd. and Taurus IMH Advisory Co., Ltd. (“Taurus Group” hereinafter) establish the following Privacy Policy in accordance with the “Act on the Protection of Personal Information of Japan” and other relevant laws, and pledge to comply with it, handling personal information (hereafter “Personal Information”) appropriately.

Basic Principles of the Taurus Group Website

On operating the Taurus Group website (http://taurus-financial.com/en/), Taurus Group adheres to the Act on the Protection of Personal Information, as well as other relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines, in order to enhance the social trust and the trust from clients as recognized its importance. We also handle the Personal Information obtained by Taurus Group appropriately and take necessary measures to ensure its security.

Taurus Group responds promptly to any complaints or inquiries regarding the handling of Personal Information and strives to review and improves our practices for the handling and security management of Personal Information as necessary.

Scope of Information Collected

On the Taurus Group website, internet domain names, IP addresses, query information from site searches, cookies (information sent from the server to the user’s browser and stored on the user’s computer to identify the user), and other information related to browsing the website are automatically collected. When using the “Contact Us” form, the sender’s name, email address, and the content of the inquiry will be displayed to the recipient.

Limitations on the Use and Provision of Collected Information

The information collected on the Taurus Group website is used for communication purposes such as delivering information and responding to inquiries from clients, as well as for analysis to facilitate the smooth operation and improvement of the website. Unless required by law, with the individual’s consent, or for other specific reasons, the information collected on the website will not be provided to third parties.

Basic Policy on Personal Information Protection

Taurus Group, along with its directors and employees, shall comply with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information, the Act on the Use of Numbers to Identify a Specific Individual in Administrative Procedures, relevant laws and regulations, and guidelines from supervisory authorities, and here Taurus Group establishes the following basic policy:

Personal information, including individual numbers (“Personal Information, etc.” hereinafter), is obtained in accordance with the law, and efforts are made to ensure that the content is accurate and up to date.

The use of Personal Information, etc. does not exceed the scope of the intended purposes stated in advance. In particular, individual numbers are only be handled within the limits defined by law. Disclosure or provision of personal information, etc. to third parties will not be conducted without the consent of the individual, unless there are legitimate reasons based on legal obligations to disclose such information.

To prevent the leakage and unauthorized use of Personal Information, etc., Taurus Group thoroughly educates its directors and employees. Taurus Group appoints responsible personnel for management and inspections of Personal Information, etc., and establishes an appropriate management system.

When entrusting the handling of Personal Information, etc. to external contractors, Taurus Group diligently supervises and takes responsibility to ensure that the entrusted parties implement appropriate measures for the protection of Personal Information, etc.

Regarding Personal Information, etc., Taurus Group responds to requests from individuals for disclosure, correction, and cessation of use, among other actions by complying with the law. Please contact Taurus Group Personal Information Inquiries Desk for any inquiries or matters related to Personal Information. For requests regarding disclosure and similar matters, Taurus Group verifies the identity of the requester.

Taurus Group Overview

Please refer to the “Taurus Group Overview” on the website for the headquarters address, representative director, and other details.

Taurus Group Personal Information Inquiries Desk
Location: 1-2-17, Moto-Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0051, JAPAN
Phone: +(81)3-6434-7184

Purpose of Use of Personal Information

The purposes of use of Personal Information at Taurus Group are as follows:

  • To carry out administrative scrivener services based on the Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist, consulting services related to finance and securities, research and investigation related to administrative regulations, finance, and securities, and to provide information on services for other financial instruments business operators (including displaying optimal content based on the analysis of client browsing history, advertising distribution, and other business activities).
  • To provide information, solicitations, and sales services related to Taurus Group, affiliated companies, and partner companies’ products and services, as well as to introduce affiliated companies.
  • To assess the appropriateness of providing products and services.
  • To verify the identity of clients or their authorized representatives.
  • To provide clients with reports on requested matters, receipts, and other notifications.
  • To fulfill contracts, exercise rights and obligations based on laws and regulations with clients.
  • To appropriately carry out tasks entrusted to Taurus Group by other entities, such as the processing of Personal Information.
  • To ensure the proper and smooth execution of transactions with clients and business partners.

After the completion of the transaction with the client, Taurus Group will continue to use the Personal Information within the scope of the purposes for which it was collected as stated in the preceding provisions. Based on legal regulations, sensitive information is not used or provided to third parties for purposes other than those necessary for appropriate business operations and others recognized. Please be aware that Taurus Group may record conversations with clients for legitimate business purposes.

Joint Use of Personal Data

Taurus Group engages in the joint use of client’s personal data within the group as described below. However, if joint use is restricted by laws or regulations, it does not be engaged in unless otherwise permitted by law or with client’s consent.

Relevant Personal Data to be Jointly Used within Taurus Group

  • Name, address, date of birth, telephone number, occupation, and other information related to the client.

Purposes of Use

  • To develop, inform, and provide comprehensive services of Taurus Group.
  • To perform internal management, including compliance and risk management of Taurus Group.

Party Responsible for the Management of the Personal Data

Taurus Group

For the headquarters address, representative director, and other firm details, please refer to the “Taurus Group Overview” on the website.

Safeguarding Personal Data and Cross-border Transfers

Cross-border transfer refers to placing personal data in a state where it can be accessed by third parties in foreign countries. Even if it is not physically provided, this includes situations where personal data can be accessed via the internet or other means. Taurus Group does not engage in cross-border transfers of personal data.

Taurus Group Personal Information Inquiries Desk

Taurus Group Personal Information Inquiries Desk
Taurus General Administrative Scrivener Office
Taurus Financial Consulting Co., Ltd.
Taurus IMH Advisory Co., Ltd.
Location: 1-2-17, Moto-Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0051, JAPAN
Phone: +(81)3-6434-7184 (Weekdays 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
FAX: +(81)3-6264-1454

Disclaimer

(1) The content, information, and URLs on this website may be subject to change or discontinuation without prior notice.
(2) Taurus Group does not accept responsibility for any damages arising from the use of this website.
(3) Taurus Group does not provide any guarantee regarding the accuracy of the information provided in the content of this website.
(4) The content on this website is not intended to provide legal advice.

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