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Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu

Banking & Finance: Domestic

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan

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Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu

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Provided by Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu

We handle all manner of loans and other credit related transactions including syndicated loans, non-recourse loans, acquisition finance, derivatives, aircraft and ship financing, fund finance and foreign trades financing. Our firm provides high-quality legal services, advising on all aspects of Japan’s banking laws and practice, including structuring and drafting documentation that are carefully prepared to address the various funding needs, transaction types and asset categories of domestic and foreign corporations and financial institutions. We also deal with structured finance, acquisition finance, project finance transactions, real estate finance and derivatives.

For more details, please visit our website:

https://www.nagashima.com/en/practices/finance/

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Banking & Finance: Domestic - Japan

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu offers a successful practice advising on structured and acquisition financing, with particular strength in banking regulatory matters. The team has experience advising on high-value acquisition finance deals and is able to advise on high-value asset finance transactions. The firm is recognised as being counsel of choice for major domestic lenders and investors and international financial institutions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu represented MUFG Bank as lead counsel on acquisition finance for the management buyout of Nagatanien Holdings.

Strengths

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  • NO&T boast a substantial number of finance experts, enabling them to cover all areas within the financial sector.

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  • NO&T have the ability to give appropriate advice with an understanding of the client's operation. The team are extremely quick to respond and have excellent human resources.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jiro Mikami
    Jiro Mikami

    Jiro Mikami

    Jiro Mikami acts for both borrowers and lenders and has established himself as a leading acquisition finance figure.

    • As a lender counsel of LBO finance, Jiro Mikami is a leading figure in Japan. We prioritise hiring him for complex projects. He also leads the team excellently.

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    • He is the best lawyer in LBO senior financing.

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  • Yoshifumi Shimoda
    Yoshifumi Shimoda

    Yoshifumi Shimoda

    Yoshifumi Shimoda is an established banking lawyer who is recognised for his advice to leading Japanese banks on acquisition finance.

    • He provides appropriate advice based on a deep understanding of where to hold the line as a lender and the practical point of compromise.

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