Japan

We have developed a strong network of relationships with some of the most renowned and prestigious local firms in Japan. We also have strong relationships with various Japanese organisations such as JCCI (The Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry), JPAA (Japan Patent Attorneys Association), JIPA (Japan Intellectual Property Association) and JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization), an independent Japanese government agency organized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

For more information about our practice in Japan or about our Japanese client related practice outside of Japan, please contact Ryoko Nekoto-Bird.

Rieko Michishita

Partner
China

Yuichi Sekine

Head of Business Immigration
UK

Ryoko Nekoto-Bird

Marketing & Business Development Manager
China

Work Highlights

A cross-practice Bird & Bird team recently advised Dentsu Aegis Network Nordic AB on its acquisition of a majority interest in Outfox Intelligence AB, a consultancy company specialising in digital analytics and conversion optimisation.

Work Highlights

We have recently assisted Sojitz Europe plc with advice regarding the acquisition of 24 MW solar park in Mixdorf, Germany.

Work Highlights

We have recently assisted a Japanese trading house on the sale of 3 MW solar park to an international financial investor.

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twobirds | Mar 30

We are delighted to announce that Graeme Maguire has been reappointed as Chair, effective 1 April 2023. A huge congratulations to Graeme. Click here to read more: https://t.co/OgV03lmVSz https://t.co/yCoAy5PSWS

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twobirds | Mar 28

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twobirds | Mar 27

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Australian regulators are shining a spotlight on #greenwashing and taking enforcement action against businesses promoting dubious #ESG claims. Click here to read more: https://t.co/fHitfE81hR https://t.co/2SPhonWnEW

twobirds | Mar 30

We are delighted to announce that Graeme Maguire has been reappointed as Chair, effective 1 April 2023. A huge congratulations to Graeme. Click here to read more: https://t.co/OgV03lmVSz https://t.co/yCoAy5PSWS

twobirds | Mar 29

In this recent article, we discuss the potential regulatory implications for crypto-asset service providers who intend to offer services related to these assets. Click here to read more: https://t.co/vAKSpy52Uw https://t.co/M965xgKL3S

twobirds | Mar 28

We are delighted to share the latest edition of Check-in - our quarterly newsletter helping you stay up to date with the latest news, trends and hot topics in the international Hotels, Hospitality & Leisure market. Click here to read more: https://t.co/BufyepeIYf https://t.co/hhuUNJVAji

twobirds | Mar 27

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Accolades

We have ranked 21st in the Financial Times Asia-Pacific Innovative Lawyers 2017: FT 25 International.