Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Mori Hamada
We leverage our extensive expertise and global network to advise clients on trade law issues, including the WTO Agreement, FTAs/EPAs, investment treaties, ISDS, tariffs, trade remedies, export controls, economic sanctions and FDI. Recognized as a leading practice in Japan, we have supported numerous corporations and government agencies in navigating trade regulations and overcoming trade barriers. In recent years, we have been increasingly assisting our corporate and government clients on issues arising from legal developments in the area of economic security, business and human rights, and the environment.
Provided by Chambers
The team at Mori Hamada primarily advises Japanese corporates on outbound mandates including compliance with export controls, customs, tariffs, economic sanctions and national security regulations. The firm also handles anti-dumping investigations and WTO disputes with increasing frequency, acting for Japanese government agencies as well as companies.
Provided by Chambers
Mori Hamada provided JETRO China with a legal analysis for its project to provide information on economic security to Japanese companies to support their operation in China.
Provided by Chambers
Mori Hamada has strong connections with Japanese export control authorities and a strong network with overseas law firms.
Mori Hamada offers a high level of expertise in each field, practical response capabilities with a global network and international perspective, and accurate advice based on experience.
The firm stands out for the wealth of knowledge and ability of the lawyers.
Provided by Chambers
Even in complex cases, he quickly prepares investigations and responses based on his international knowledge and his responses are always courteous.
He accurately captured our needs and provided practical legal interpretations.
Kunio managed our matter very efficiently.
He has a high level of expertise. I highly commend him in all respects. I can trust him and entrust him with my work.
His experience in numerous complex international cases allows him to provide strategic and practical advice from a high-level perspective, including geopolitical risks and international regulations.
Hideaki is an absolutely outstanding lawyer. I would work with him in a heartbeat.
Head of International Trade
International Trade
International Trade
Provided by Mori Hamada
Yohsuke Higashi
Head of Department
Yusuke Takamiya
Hideaki Umetsu
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