Projects & Energy: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 2
Contact number
+81 3 6212 1200Chambers Review
Linklaters advises on a broad suite of legal matters from its Tokyo office, including infrastructure, LNG and renewable power projects. The team leverages a comprehensive international network to advise Japanese lenders and sponsors on an array of complex cross-border financings. The firm advises on projects across Asia, Europe, the USA and the Middle East, as well as in Japan, and is notably active in the offshore wind space.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised Mitsui & Co on its acquisition of 49% equity interest in Kasso MidCo, which operates an e-methanol project.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Linklaters has well-skilled members to handle technically and commercially complex topics."
"Everyone at the law firm not only had knowledge and experience but also had a very commercial sense, and they were also very personable."
"Linklaters has well-skilled members to handle technically and commercially complex topics."
"Everyone at the law firm not only had knowledge and experience but also had a very commercial sense, and they were also very personable."
Notable Practitioners
Hirofumi Taba is best known for his work on renewable projects and also regularly handles energy sector investments.
"Hirofumi is knowledgeable about regulations in Japan."
"Taba communicates well with his clients and is client-focused."