Corporate, Commercial & M&A lawyers and advisers in Japan
The Corporate INTL directory lists 8 Corporate, Commercial & M&A experts in Japan from 6 firms.
Experts
Gen Takahashi
Gen Takahashi is a corporate partner at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune, one of the largest law firms in Japan. 2022 is Anderson Mori & Tomotsune’s 70th anniversary since James Buell Anderson established the firm that would become the…
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J. Ryan Dwyer, III
Resident in Tokyo since 1999, Ryan Dwyer concentrates his practice on cross-border M&A and foreign direct investment into Japan by US and other non-Japanese companies, international joint ventures involving Japanese parties and Japan…
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Michiya Iwasaki
Education: The University of Tokyo (B.A., 1994) Bar Admissions: Japan (Daini Tokyo Bar Association) Career: Kusunoki & Iwasaki (Tokyo) (December 2012-current); Atsumi & Sakai (Tokyo) (November 2007-December 2012, January 2010-as partner);…
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Shigeki Tatsuno
Shigeki Tatsuno is an M&A/Corporate partner at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune and is well-known as having a thorough knowledge in mergers and acquisitions of listed and unlisted businesses (including, share acquisitions and divestments and…
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Shunsuke Inoue
Shunsuke Inoue is a partner at Hibiya-Nakata with extensive experience and expertise in competition law, merger filings, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, regulatory compliance. Shunsuke has advised many major global…
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Tomohiro Terada
Tomohiro Terada, the Associate of Allen&Overy Tokyo, concentrates his practice on cross-border M&A, especially Japan out-bound strategic M&A transactions for Japanese corporations and foreign direct investment into Japan by non-Japanese…
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Yuichiro Nukada
Yuichiro Nukada, a partner at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune (AM&T), joined AM&T in 2001 and practices in the fields of international transactions, M&A (takeover bids, share acquisitions, business transfers, statutory corporate reorganizations,…
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Kenichi Nakano
Kenichi Nakano, Partner at Burg Law in Tokyo, is named Corporate Lawyer of the Year in Japan in the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
What does a corporate lawyer in Japan do?
A corporate lawyer advises businesses on company formation and structure, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder matters and corporate governance. You are likely to need one when you set up or restructure a company, buy or sell a business, raise investment or negotiate significant commercial contracts.
How do I find a good corporate lawyer in Japan?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Japan, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each corporate lawyer listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a corporate lawyer in Japan cost?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local corporate lawyer in Japan if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Japan, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local corporate lawyer in Japan, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking corporate lawyer in Japan?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
How do I contact a corporate lawyer in Japan through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.