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Anderson Mori & Tomotsune

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Anderson Mori & Tomotsune has one of Japan’s premier capital markets practices, encompassing all aspects of global and domestic debt and equity offerings by Japanese issuers, as well as offerings into the Japanese market by international issuers. We also provide consultation, advice, and continuous disclosure services related to capital markets.

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Capital Markets: Domestic - Japan

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What the Team is Known For

Anderson Mori & Tomotsune is a market-leading firm handling complex equity offerings, with a focus on underwriter representation in global IPOs. The firm is especially active for power companies and other issuers of debt, with knowledge of a diverse range of yen-denominated bonds, including samurai and uridashi bonds. It is also highly experienced in structured finance and securitisation matters, such as loan receivables and project finance bonds. The team is very well placed in the market for J-REIT work.

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Work Highlights

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  • Anderson Mori & Tomotsune advised SMBC Nikko Securities, Morgan Stanley, International plc and Goldman Sachs Japan as managers of the global offering of shares by ASICS.

Strengths

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  • I believe that the breadth and depth of knowledge the firm has accumulated rank it at the top. The advice backed by such knowledge is accurate and they fully understand the client's situation.

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  • As one of the top law firms in Japan, AMT is familiar with the Japanese legal system and financial regulations and provides very strong support.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Hironori Shibata
    Hironori Shibata

    Hironori Shibata

    Hironori Shibata is widely considered to be among the most high-calibre capital markets practitioners. He often advises on international public offerings and bond offerings.

    • Hironori Shibata has an abundance of experience and is client-oriented.

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  • Minoru Kobayashi
    Minoru Kobayashi

    Minoru Kobayashi

    Minoru Kobayashi remains a highly sought-after adviser to both issuers and underwriters of high-value, publicly offered REITs.

    • He has a lot of experience in the real estate finance market and has a deep knowledge of the real estate investment trust market. He can give a bird's-eye view of the entire situation.

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  • Kagayaki Funakoshi
    Kagayaki Funakoshi

    Kagayaki Funakoshi

    Kagayaki Funakoshi is regularly instructed by underwriters on high-profile equity and debt issuances. He enjoys praise from clients for his expertise and experience.

    • He knows the pain points of both sides. He's very commercial and flexible, and helps to solve issues.

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  • Takehisa Sato
    Takehisa Sato

    Takehisa Sato

    Takehisa Sato is experienced in a range of financial transactions and is recognised for his knowledge of Japanese real estate and of J-REIT regulation in particular.

    • Takehisa Sato has longstanding experience in REITs.

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  • Daisuke Tanimoto
    Daisuke Tanimoto

    Daisuke Tanimoto

    Daisuke Tanimoto regularly advises clients on a variety of regulatory and compliance issues and has substantial expertise in the areas of derivatives and securitisation.

    • We receive speedy and courteous responses. He provides advice that allows clients to make practical decisions without being too obsessed with legal arguments.

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    • He has been very helpful. He responds appropriately and practically to complex cases and has a high understanding of related laws and regulations.

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  • Tomoyuki Oka
    Tomoyuki Oka

    Tomoyuki Oka

    Tomoyuki Oka actively advises market-leading financial institutions on a wide range of equity offerings, including IPOs and secondary global offerings.

    • He understands commercial realities and the nature of cross-border transactions. We are very pleased with the quality of his work and dedication.

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