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Anderson Mori & Tomotsune has a long history of advising foreign and Japanese clients on international trade matters, including matters concerning investment and import/export regulations under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Act in Japan and similar regulations in the U.S. and China, import and export control matters, trade remedy investigations and trade disputes, and supply chain-related matters.

In addition, we have been handling a number of cases related to investment and trade issues concerning the trade friction between the U.S. and China as well as on data and cybersecurity related matters. We have also been counselling our clients on many cases related to economic sanctions and transactions with Russian companies triggered by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. AMT also has a wealth of experience in handling trade remedy cases and regularly represents:

(a)foreign companies in trade remedy investigations initiated by the Japanese government;

(b)Japanese companies and industry associations in petitions for trade remedy investigation initiated by the Japanese government; and

(c)Japanese companies and industry associations in trade remedy investigations initiated by foreign governments, including China, Taiwan, India, Thailand, and the U.S.

 

AMT has also been involved in research projects relating to international trade and economic security conducted by Japanese government agencies and has regularly contributed to the formation of relevant Japanese policy. 

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What the Team is Known For

Anderson Mori & Tomotsune is noted for its robust expertise in anti-dumping and countervailing duties. The firm acts for both petitioners and respondents on anti-dumping investigations and is also well versed in supply chain due diligence and sanctions compliance. The team frequently acts for major corporates as well as government clients.

Work Highlights

  • Anderson Mori & Tomotsune advised Abies, a venture capital funds, on foreign direct investment regulations in Japan, including guidance on FDI laws, filing reports and engagement with Japanese authorities.

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Notable Practitioners

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Hiroshige Nakagawa
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Hiroshige Nakagawa
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Hiroshige Nakagawa is recognised for his work on anti-dumping and anti-circumvention investigations, as well as for advising Japanese corporates on a range of international trade issues.

He is always conscious of cost and performance and provides the best possible advice.

Mr Nakagawa is a senior, experienced and highly respected international trade and business attorney.

His humble professionalism and profound technical acumen consistently raise the bar for every project we undertake together.

Suguru Yokoi
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Suguru Yokoi
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Suguru Yokoi advises Japanese and foreign companies in trade remedy cases, with particular expertise on matters in the Greater China region.

Suguru Yokoi is highly effective in international trade matters, particularly anti-dumping investigations. He distinguishes himself by combining technical precision with a strong commercial sense.

He clarified the key points and promptly dealt with the issues and smoothly handled a process in a tight timeline.

As the main lawyer in charge of our case, he has provided us with a great deal of support. We are extremely satisfied with his understanding, ability to make proposals, and leadership.

Taku Matsumoto
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Taku Matsumoto
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Taku Matsumoto is co-head of the firm's international trade group and a specialist in Japan's economic security regulations.

He provides very courteous response.

Taku Matsumoto provides high-caliber and pragmatic advice.

Mr Matsumoto has a good understanding of cross-border legal and regulatory issues.

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Japan

International Trade

Hiroshige Nakagawa
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Hiroshige Nakagawa
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Band 2
Suguru Yokoi
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Suguru Yokoi
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Band 3
Taku Matsumoto
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Taku Matsumoto
3
Band 3

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