
Competition/Antitrust
Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan
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Work Highlights
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Momo-o, Matsuo & Namba handled multijurisdictional coordination and the Japanese aspects of a capacitor multijurisdictional cartel case.
Strengths
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The MMN team have a particularly strong international focus on antitrust work. They provide quick and timely responses even under time pressure and also on complex questions.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Nobuaki Mukai
Nobuaki Mukai enjoys a strong representation for his representation of Japanese corporates and individual defendants in investigations and follow-on litigation concerning anti-competitive behaviour. Nobuaki is a seasoned and very well-versed antitrust lawyer.
Competition/Antitrust respondentAsia-PacificHe handled the case with great sensitivity and care, demonstrating a high level of expertise.
Competition/Antitrust respondentAsia-PacificHe is extremely bright, thoughtful and analytical. He is also good at anticipating issues and very experienced.
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Ranked Individuals at Momo-o, Matsuo & Namba (1)
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