Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Mori Hamada
Mori Hamada has developed substantial expertise and experience in crisis management and investigations.
Our large team has vast experience across all core aspects of crisis management. For decades we have acted as counsel to companies and directors and have served as investigators in both internal and independent investigations, domestically and internationally. These cases have involved data falsification, human rights issues, medical incidents, accounting fraud, insider trading, unfair competition, bribery and corruption, and other matters that have attracted significant public attention in Japan and required a wide range of advice and experience.
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Mori Hamada is recognised as a vital resource for both Japanese and foreign clients requiring crisis management services. The team is sought after for highly critical matters including fraud, misconduct, product safety incidents, bribery and human rights issues, among others, and is well-versed in internal investigations, negotiations with authorities and communications and media strategy.
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Mori Hamada assisted Kobayashi Pharmaceutical regarding the health issues of its Benikoji-related products.
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Mori Hamada is able to handle extremely complex cases due to the comprehensive strength of the firm.
Mori Hamada has a lot of knowledge about corporate fraud and investigation work. In addition, each lawyer is very committed to the cases.
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Hiroshi Yamauchi is a well-regarded practitioner with extensive experience in the areas of crisis management and dispute resolution. He is co-head of the firm's crisis management team.
He has a high level of cost consciousness and possesses the ability to grasp the entire project.
Hiroshi Yamauchi is very excellent. It's hard to find a better lawyer than him.
He leads Mori Hamada's crisis response practice and provides high-quality services.
He is one of the most trusted lawyers with expertise in the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, quality fraud issues and capital markets. His problem-solving skills are second to none.
Suguru Miyata is experienced in handling crisis management issues for Japanese companies, including listed corporates, and is particularly noted for his strength in dealing with accounting fraud and financial regulatory matters.
Mr Miyata is excellent in the grasp of the structure and logical of the issues.
He is able to provide accurate advice in a timely manner backed by a wealth of experience. His understanding of the values the client holds dear is also high, and his output is excellent.
Crisis Management: Domestic
Crisis Management: Domestic
Crisis Management: Domestic
Provided by Mori Hamada
Hideaki Umetsu
Kanako Tajiri
Jiro Kiyama
Hiromasa Arai
Aritsune Miyoda
Suguru Miyata
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