Privacy Policy

Last updated: 16 October 2026
Japan Auto Source is a vehicle sourcing and export service operated by Watson Japan Co., Ltd. in Japan. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us.

1. Information We Collect
When you contact us or submit a vehicle request through our website, we may collect information such as your name, company name, email address, phone number, vehicle requirements and any other information you choose to provide.
We may also collect limited technical information through our website, such as browser, device and website usage information, where provided by our website platform or related services.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to respond to enquiries, source vehicles based on your requirements, prepare quotations and FOB pricing, communicate about potential or existing transactions, arrange vehicle purchases and exports, and operate and improve our services.

3. Sharing of Information
We may share information where reasonably necessary to provide our services, including with vehicle suppliers, auction-related service providers, shipping and logistics companies, inspection providers and other parties involved in a vehicle transaction.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.
Because our business operates from Japan and serves customers overseas, including New Zealand, information may be processed or stored in countries other than your own.

5. Cookies and Website Services
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies necessary for website operation, security, analytics and functionality. Some of these technologies may be provided by our website platform or third-party service providers.

6. Your Rights
You may contact us to request access to or correction of personal information we hold about you, or to ask questions about how your information is handled.
Where applicable, you may also request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal, accounting or legitimate business record-keeping requirements.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updated version will be published on this website with the revised date.

9. Contact
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Japan Auto Source
Operated by Watson Japan Co., Ltd.
2-8-25 Futsukaichi-nishi, Chikushino-shi
Fukuoka 818-0071, Japan