Department profile
Nishimura & Asahi

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT)

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan


Nishimura & Asahi

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About

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We provide one-stop services in all areas of TMT practice, both domestic and international, including IP law, data protection and privacy, international trade, lobbying, and regulatory issues such as cyber security and cross-border data transfers, as well as M&A, joint ventures, finance (FinTech), competition/antitrust, litigation, crisis management and restructuring in the IT, media, telecommunications, and entertainment industries, as well as the automotive industry and other areas where TMT plays an increasingly central role.

 

We have established a DX practice group, which most other Japanese law firms have yet to develop. Our DX practice group, functions as a frontrunner in sharing cutting-edge knowledge of digital transformation in partners’ individual practice areas, enhancing our ability to provide a holistic DX approach to our clients across all practice groups.

Industries (14)

  • Electronics
  • Automotive & Auto Parts
  • Aerospace/Space
  • Robotics/Artificial Intelligence
  • Chemicals
  • Telecommunications
  • Broadcasting
  • Internet/Cyber Law
  • Media
  • Cyber Security
  • Internet
  • IT/Cloud
  • Personal Data & Privacy/Big Data Businesses
  • Satellite

Chambers Review

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Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) - Japan

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Nishimura & Asahi has a strong transactional practice with a focus on intellectual property and IT in the context of development, distribution and licensing processes. The team advises a wide range of global companies on regulatory and commercial mandates, with experience acting in technology-related disputes. It is also noted for its expertise in handling data protection and privacy compliance issues, including regulatory and litigious matters. The team acts for an impressive client base in the technology, media, entertainment and telecommunications spaces.

Strengths

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  • Nishimura & Asahi provides precise and detailed advice based on our business. They also provide flexible legal advice that takes our business needs into account.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific
  • The depth of their expertise in global privacy-related law is unrivalled in Japan.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Hitomi Iwase
    Band 2Hitomi Iwase

    Hitomi Iwase

    Hitomi Iwase advises on a wide range of TMT-related transactions including data protection and data privacy mandates.

Ranked Individuals at Nishimura & Asahi (1)

Japan

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