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Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance | Global

Japan

The Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across Japan.

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Katsu Sengoku
    S
    Katsu Sengoku
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 26 Years Ranked

    Katsu Sengoku is well versed in handling asset financing matters, with a particular emphasis on ship and aircraft financing.

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Eminent Practitioners

  1. E
    Hisao Hirose
    Squire Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Eminent Practitioners | 18 Years Ranked
    Hisao Hirose of Squire Patton Boggs maintains close links with major clients and focuses on structured finance with an emphasis on aircraft finance and leasing work.
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Band 1

  1. 1
    Akihiko Takamatsu
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked

    Akihiko Takamatsu demonstrates a heavy focus on aviation finance and is a frequent adviser to major banks and aircraft lessors.

  2. Keisuke Imon
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    Keisuke Imon
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho)
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho) | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked

    Keisuke Imon is a leading name in the asset finance field and someone to whom interviewees feel comfortable referring work. He is often sought out by major banks for advice on JOLCOs and aircraft and vessel financings and leasings.

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Band 2

  1. 2
    Asuka Fujita
    Squire Patton Boggs | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    Asuka Fujita is a seasoned lawyer with expertise in aircraft asset transactions. She is highly sought after by lessors and lessees, sellers and purchasers as well as lenders in and out of the country.

  2. 2
    Kentaro Miyagi
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked

    Kentaro Miyagi is sought after by clients, especially regarding aviation leasing transactions.

  3. Kosuke Shibukawa
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    Kosuke Shibukawa
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Kosuke Shibukawa is sought after for his expertise in advising borrowers and lenders on ship leasing and asset finance transactions. He advises on JOLCO transaction structures for both shipping and aviation finance assets.

  4. Nobuhiko Harada
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    Nobuhiko Harada
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Nobuhiko Harada is an active member of the team advising on JOLCO transactions in the aviation and maritime asset finance space.
  5. 2
    Reiko Yoshida
    City-Yuwa Partners
    City-Yuwa Partners | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    Reiko Yoshida of City-Yuwa has notable expertise in maritime asset finance, acting as counsel for both lenders and borrowers. In addition to traditional ship finance, she is adept in alternative ship financing methods, such as shipping fund formation, and provides economic sanctions advisory.

  6. Shusuke Fukunaga
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    Shusuke Fukunaga
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho)
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho) | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked

    Shusuke Fukunaga advises on domestic and cross-border financings, with a particular focus on aircraft and ship financing.