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Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu

Life Sciences

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan


Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu

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Provided by Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu

With expertise in, and knowledge of, Japanese pharmaceutical, medical device, food, medical, research and other various life sciences related regulations, we provide high-quality legal services to international and domestic pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers, medical data and digital health businesses, drug wholesalers and retailers, medical and pharmaceutical service providers, food and beverages companies, as well as laboratories, research institutions, and other businesses related to the health and lives of people and other living things in the broad life sciences sector, including regenerative medicine products.

Based on our specialized knowledge and knowhow of the relevant regulations, we advise on and assist with a wide variety of regulatory matters, including regulatory interpretation and compliance issues, communication and interaction with Japanese regulatory authorities, clinical trials and clinical research, drug examinations, licenses and permits, NHI price listings, advertisements and promotional activities, as well as recalls, regulatory inspections, crisis management and internal investigations for potential misconduct or violations.

For more details, please visit our website:

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

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Life Sciences - Japan

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu excels in advising key domestic and international pharmaceutical, healthcare and medical device companies on corporate transactions, including acquisitions and business integrations, alongside merger controls. The firm is skilled in advising on areas such as regulatory regimes and patent protection, together with licensing and distribution agreements. Its clients additionally benefit from the firm's practice in related areas such as corporate, finance and IP, and the team is well placed to provide advice to major life sciences corporations in relation to crisis management.

Work Highlights

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  • Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu represented Pfizer Japan in lawsuits regarding deaths and other harmful effects allegedly caused by its Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine.

Strengths

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  • The firm has leading experts in each field and there are many lawyers who specialise in minor medical industries and tax law in Japan.

    Life Sciences respondentAsia-Pacific
  • In terms of healthcare, the firm is the most advanced and strongest in Japan and always maintains the latest knowledge.

    Life Sciences respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Kenji Utsumi
    Band 1Kenji Utsumi

    Kenji Utsumi

    Kenji Utsumi is a legendary figure in the team and also in the wider life sciences industry. He advises leading Japanese and foreign pharmaceutical companies on a full range of business integration, regulatory and litigation work.
    • In the course of cooperating with us for many years, he has gained an understanding of our products and provided accurate advice and comments.

      Life Sciences respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Kenji always gives me very stable and useful advice.

      Life Sciences respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 1Kensuke Suzuki
    Band 1Kensuke Suzuki

    Kensuke Suzuki

    Kensuke Suzuki is one of the pillars of the firm's transactional and regulatory life sciences offering, and he is highly regarded in the market.
    • He is a lawyer who has not only expertise but also a practical understanding. He can provide a very high level of legal support as a whole.

      Life Sciences respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Kensuke Suzuki is a leading expert in the healthcare legal profession in Japan. He has a wealth of knowledge in all directions and can propose extremely practical and feasible solutions.

      Life Sciences respondentAsia-Pacific

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