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Freshfields is your trusted partner in Japan, advising domestic and international clients on complex cross-border matters – both inbound and outbound. With deep local presence and global expertise, we deliver strategic, integrated solutions that drive your success.
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Supporting your growth with integrated global expertise

In Japan’s dynamic investment market, Freshfields is ready with integrated, forward-thinking counsel. Our Tokyo-based team of Japanese bengoshi and international lawyers provides comprehensive corporate and antitrust advice on large-scale transactions, high-stakes investigations, and complex disputes – guiding you through every challenge with precision and insight.

From our Tokyo base, we work seamlessly with colleagues across Asia, Europe, the United States and MENA, to deliver unified, innovative solutions for your most demanding multijurisdictional matters.

Ranked by Mergermarket as the No. 1 international law firm for Japan M&A by deal value in 2024 – and with all our partners recognized in Chambers – we combine deep knowledge of Japanese law and business culture with a sharp commercial edge to craft first-of-a-kind solutions to complex legal challenges.

We also bring extensive experience advising clients in heavily regulated industries, including financial services, energy and natural resources, infrastructure, TMT, healthcare and life sciences, automotive and industrials. Constantly evolving with the market, our focus on innovation and continuous improvement ensures you stay ahead of global legal developments.

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Tokyo
Takeshi NakaoPartner
Tokyo
Tomoko NakajimaPartner, Head of Japan M&A
Tokyo
Kaori YamadaPartner
Tokyo
Noah CarrPartner
Tokyo
Gordon PalmquistPartner
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Awards & recognition
ALB Japan Law Awards 2024
Antitrust and Competition Law Firm of the Year (Winner)International Deal Firm of the YearJapan Law Firm of the YearM&A Deal of the Year (Premium)Managing Partner of the Year (中尾 雄史)Woman Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm)(中島 智子)(Winner)
ALB Japan Law Awards 2023
Antitrust and Competition Law Firm of the YearInternational Arbitration Law Firm of the YearM&A Deal of the Year (Midsize)M&A Deal of the Year (Premium)Managing Partner of the Year (中尾 雄史)Dispute Resolution Lawyer of the Year (Winner)Woman Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm) (中島 智子)
ALB Japan Law Awards 2022
Antitrust and Competition Law Firm of the YearInternational Arbitration Law Firm of the YearJapan Law Firm of the YearM&A Deal of the Year (Midsize)M&A Deal of the Year (Premium)
FT Asia-Pacific Innovative Lawyers 2022
Innovation in Enabling Business GrowthMost Innovative Law Firm Headquartered Outside Asia Pacific
ALB Japan Law Awards 2020
International Deal Firm of the YearM&A Deal of the Year (Premium)Technology, Media and Telecommunications Deal of the Year

Our offices

Tokyo

Akasaka Biz Tower 36F

5-3-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku

Tokyo

 

107-6336

T +81 3 3584 8500

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