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TMI Associates

Projects & Energy: Domestic

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan


TMI Associates

Rankings

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Projects & Energy: Domestic - Japan

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

TMI Associates is noted for its extensive track record in project financing in Japan, regularly advising on renewable energy matters. The law firm also offers experience advising on project development work and transactions in the energy sector and is able to advise on PPP and PFI projects.

Work Highlights

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  • TMI Associates advised Carnival Corporation Ports Group Japan on the development of a cruise terminal building in Sasebo as part of a public-private partnership project for port facility development.

Strengths

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  • We are very satisfied with both the speed and the level of service.

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  • TMI Associates are very commercially minded and great at getting to the important points without slipping into unimportant details.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Mizuki Koshimoto
    Band 4Mizuki Koshimoto

    Mizuki Koshimoto

    Mizuki Koshimoto shows notable experience in the renewable energy sector, with a particular focus on offshore wind power projects. He acts on behalf of a range of clients, including multinational energy and securities companies.

    • Koshimoto is very commercially minded, understanding our business and having a great understanding of our needs.

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    • It was a complex project, but he provided tireless support as lender's counsel.

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  • Band 4Takenobu Imaeda
    Band 4Takenobu Imaeda

    Takenobu Imaeda

    Takenobu Imaeda adeptly assists sponsors and lenders in projects involving green energy, SAF, battery storage and data centres. His advice covers financing structures, joint venture formation, offtake agreements and the Electricity Business Act.

    • Takenobu Imaeda has a very deep understanding of the practices of banks and investors, and he provides services and solutions that cater to clients' every need.

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    • He is an extremely trusted attorney. In addition to the quality and speed of his responses, his consistent and effective communication is also impressive.

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Ranked Individuals at TMI Associates (2)

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