About

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.

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International Trade - Japan

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What the Team is Known For

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.

Work Highlights

  • Mori Hamada provided legal support to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry on legislation for a new emissions trading system.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Kunio Miyaoka
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Kunio Miyaoka
Head of International Trade
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Kunio Miyaoka is noted for his work handling WTO disputes and regularly advises on export controls, sanctions, FDI regulations and newly emerging legislation. He was previously seconded to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and brings with him extensive knowledge of international trade agreements.

In dealing with unprecedented issues, Kunio Miyaoka provided the desired deliverables while taking into account our needs. He has a wide range of practical experience.

In all aspects, we have received a high level of service.

Hideaki Umetsu
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Hideaki Umetsu
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Hideaki Umetsu is appreciated by clients for his expertise in handling export controls and economic sanctions as well as compliance and global transactions for large corporates.

He is well versed in the actual state of our business, our industry and the circumstances of each country in which we operate, and we have received extremely accurate advice.

Hideaki Umetsu is humble and polite, but also gives straightforward opinions and realistic solutions when it comes to resolving disputes.

Shigehiko Ishimoto
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Shigehiko Ishimoto
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Shigehiko Ishimoto is recognised in the market for his strong expertise in handling China-related trade matters. He is also well regarded for his knowledge of export controls and sanctions compliance.

Shigehiko Ishimoto is a very well-rounded lawyer and very hands-on.

Shige is well known within the international trade community and the Inter-Pacific Bar as a leading expert in Japan commercial and trade laws.

Ranked Lawyers at
Mori Hamada

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Japan

International Trade

Kunio Miyaoka
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Kunio Miyaoka
Head of International Trade
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Band 1
Hideaki Umetsu
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Hideaki Umetsu
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Band 2
Shigehiko Ishimoto
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Shigehiko Ishimoto
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Band 2

Members

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Kunio Miyaoka

Kunio Miyaoka

Head of Department

Yohsuke Higashi

Head of Department

Yusuke Takamiya

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Semiconductors and Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment

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