Banking & Finance: Domestic
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 1
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Nishimura & Asahi houses a highly reputed team advising on a variety of transactions, including hybrid financings and asset financing, with additional experience acting for major domestic and global financial institutions on complex regulatory issues. The practice is notable for its work advising both the lender and borrower sides in acquisition finance transactions. The law firm can handle acquisitions across a range of industries such as real estate, manufacturing and the medical sphere. Notable clients include T-Capital Partners, Mizuho Bank and SMBC.
Work Highlights
- Nishimura & Asahi advised Nomura Capital Investment on its LBO financing for Renewable Energy’s going-private transaction for Renewable Japan Energy Infrastructure Fund, one of the listed infrastructure investment corporations investing in renewable energy projects in Japan.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We believe that the firm is one of the top firms in Japan in terms of experience, track record and proficiency in transaction details."
"Client service and care are strong."
"We believe that the firm is one of the top firms in Japan in terms of experience, track record and proficiency in transaction details."
"Client service and care are strong."
Notable Practitioners
Katsu Sengoku is head of Nishimura & Asahi's banking and finance team and is well versed in handling asset financing matters, with a particular emphasis on ship and aircraft financing.
"He is a legendary figure."
Adrian Joyce covers shipping issues and project finance, including infrastructure and mining projects.
"I like his approach. He takes quick actions and when he thinks we should push, he pushes quickly. I thought he took the appropriate action."
Kosuke Shibukawa is sought after for his expertise advising borrowers and lenders on ship leasing and asset finance transactions. He advises on JOLCO transaction structures for both shipping and aviation finance assets.
"He has deep experience and is well known in the asset finance area. He has a lot of experience and is reliable."
Nobuhiko Harada is an active member of the team advising on JOLCO transactions in the aviation and maritime asset finance space.
Takashi Saito is a seasoned specialist in acquisition financing transactions, including leveraged buyouts and management buyouts.
"He provides an easy-to-understand explanation, not just from a legal perspective, but also due to the business-commercial mind he has."
Ranked Lawyers at
Nishimura & Asahi
Japan