Last updated 10 July 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used. Cookies do not contain personally identifiable information, but information we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
2. How We Use Cookies
AutoMoJapan uses cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. Unfortunately in most cases there are no industry standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to this site. It is recommended that you leave on all cookies if you are not sure whether you need them or not in case they are used to provide a service that you use.
We use cookies to understand how our visitors interact with our website, remember your preferences, and improve your overall experience when browsing our vehicle inventory and services.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
EssentialThese cookies are essential for you to browse the website and use its features. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided. These cookies are set by us and are first-party cookies.
- Session management and authentication
- Shopping cart / enquiry basket functionality
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing across our servers
Performance & Analytics Cookies
AnalyticsThese cookies collect information about how visitors use our website — for example, which pages visitors go to most often. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.
- Page view counts and traffic sources
- Time spent on pages
- Browser and device information
- Click-through rates on vehicle listings
Functionality Cookies
FunctionalThese cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language, currency, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
- Language and region preferences
- Saved vehicle searches and filters
- Recently viewed vehicles
- Display preferences and layout settings
Targeting & Marketing Cookies
MarketingThese cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement as well as help measure the effectiveness of the advertising campaign.
- Retargeting ads based on vehicles you've viewed
- Social media sharing features
- Third-party advertising networks
- Conversion tracking for our campaigns
4. Third-Party Cookies
In some special cases we also use cookies provided by trusted third parties. The following section details which third-party cookies you might encounter through this site.
Google Analytics
Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic. Google may use the data collected to contextualise and personalise the ads of its own advertising network.
Google Maps
Used to display our showroom location and provide directions. Google's privacy policy governs data collected through this service.
Facebook Pixel
Used to measure, optimise, and build audiences for advertising campaigns served on Facebook and its partner networks.
YouTube
We embed YouTube videos showcasing our vehicle inventory. YouTube may place cookies to track video performance and serve personalised content.
5. Managing & Disabling Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Most browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this could affect the availability and functionality of our website.
You can also opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Cookie Retention Periods
Cookies are stored on your device for varying lengths of time depending on their purpose:
| Cookie Type | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until browser is closed | Deleted automatically when you close your browser |
| Functionality Cookies | Up to 12 months | Remember your preferences on return visits |
| Analytics Cookies | Up to 24 months | Google Analytics default retention period |
| Marketing Cookies | Up to 90 days | May vary by advertising partner |
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about our use of cookies. Your continued use of the AutoMoJapan website after any change to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of such change.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Email
[email protected]Phone
Phone number to be confirmed
Address
Showroom location to be confirmed