Commercial Transactions and General Corporate Matters
We advise international businesses conducting operations in Japan or engaging with Japanese counterparties, leveraging our deep expertise in Japanese law. Our services include drafting and negotiating commercial contracts—such as sale and purchase agreements, service agreements, license agreements, and strategic alliance agreements, handling debt collection, advice on applicable regulations and supporting the operation of Japanese subsidiaries and branches.
Column relating this practice area:
[Corporate Governance]
– Role and Responsibilities of Statutory Auditors (Kansayaku) in Japan
– Managing a Japanese Subsidiary: A Joint-Stock Corporation
– Choosing a Japanese Subsidiary: Joint-Stock Company vs. Limited Liability Company
[Commercial Transactions]
– Some Matters You Should Know Before Receiving Assignment of Copyright Under Japanese Law
– Money Lending in Japan – Do You Need to Be Registered?
– Commencement of Development Activities Before Executing an Agreement
– Termination of a Distributorship Relationship in Japan
– Managing the Risk of Misappropriation of Confidential Information During Business Alliance Negotiations
M&A and Joint Ventures
We have experience handling various types of M&A transactions in Japan, from large-scale reorganizations between listed corporations to buyouts of small startups, including cross-border transactions. We also have practical experience in setting up and managing joint ventures.
Column relating this practice area:
– Dissolution of a Joint Venture After Deadlock
– Restrictions on the Transfer of Shares in a Joint Venture in Japan
Finance
We are experienced in various finance transactions, including loans, shares (common and preferred stock), funds and derivatives. We also advice about fintech matters including e-payments and crypto-assets.
[Publications relating to this practice area]
– “Amending Short Selling” International Financial Law Review, March 2013, International Briefings: Japan
[Columns relating to this practice area]
– How to Accept Japanese Investors in Your Fund
– Money Lending in Japan – Do You Need to Be Registered?
– Be Cautious of Securities Regulations When Granting Stock Options to Employees in Japan
IT Matters
We handle various IT law matters, including IT system development and web services.
Column relating this practice area:
– Important Legal Considerations for International E-Commerce Businesses Selling to Japanese Consumers
Real Estate
We assist international businesses and individuals in investing in Japanese real estate. Our services include advising on applicable regulations, conducting due diligence, and drafting and reviewing relevant contracts.
[Columns relating to this practice area]
Japanese Real Estate – Protection of Building Tenants’ Rights Under the Act on Land and Building Leases
Regulations on Foreigners’ Purchase of Real Estate in Japan
Taxation
We assist our clients on tax investigations and disputes.