# Cookie Policy
**Last updated: March 24, 2026**
## Introduction
9s Gallery ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website 9s-gallery.art-to-heritage.co.jp (the "Site"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
## What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
## How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure the proper functioning of our Site
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To analyze how our Site is used and improve its performance
- To deliver relevant content
## Types of Cookies We Use
### 1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Site. They enable core functionality such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Session cookies | Maintain your session while browsing | Session |
| Security cookies | Prevent fraud and protect your data | Session |
| Load balancing | Ensure website performance and availability | Session |
### 2. Preference and Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our Site to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| Language preference | Remember your selected language (English/Japanese) | 1 year |
| Display settings | Remember your display preferences | 1 year |
### 3. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, such as which pages are visited most often and whether visitors encounter error messages. We use this data to improve how our Site works.
**Google Analytics (GA4)**
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with our Site. GA4 collects data such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, and how you arrived at the Site.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|--------|---------|----------|
| _ga | Distinguish unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_[container-id] | Maintain session state | 2 years |
Google Analytics may transfer data outside the EEA. For more information, please refer to [Google's Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy).
### 4. Payment Cookies
**Stripe**
We use Stripe to process payments securely. Stripe may set cookies necessary for fraud prevention and payment processing. For more information, please refer to [Stripe's Privacy Policy](https://stripe.com/privacy) and [Stripe's Cookie Policy](https://stripe.com/cookies-policy/legal).
## Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our Site, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time.
### Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close the browser
Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser:
- [Google Chrome](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
- [Mozilla Firefox](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop)
- [Safari](https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac)
- [Microsoft Edge](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-168dab11-0753-043d-7c16-ede5947fc64d)
## Data Transfers Outside the EEA
Some of our third-party cookie providers (such as Google and Stripe) may transfer data to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). These transfers are safeguarded by appropriate measures such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
## Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
## Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
**9s Gallery**
6F, KASUMICHO TERRACE
3-24-20 Nishi-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan
Email: customer_support@art-to-heritage.co.jp
Tel: +81 3 5422 8370