Insurance
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 1
Contact number
+81 3 5220 1800About
Provided by Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Our expertise encompasses insurance litigation, regulatory affairs, compliance, reinsurance, captive insurers, group restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, and financings. We provide solutions to clients engaged in global insurance markets.
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https://www.mhmjapan.com/en/practices/regulatory-regulated-transactions/insurance.html
Chambers Review
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto is highly acclaimed for frequently assisting insurance companies with corporate matters, including reorganisations, acquisitions and cross-border alliances. The team is noted for having a leading position in the field of insurtech and advising insurance clients on the regulatory requirements of their digital transformation strategies. Clients seek its assistance with FSA regulatory issues and negotiations with regulators for approvals and licensing. The practice also handles a range of contentious matters.
Work Highlights
- Mori Hamada & Matsumoto supported Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurancein the development of an online repair shop matching service, advising on antitrust and insurance business regulatory aspects.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Mori Hamada & Matsumoto's ability to deliver legal services based on solid knowledge and experience is backed by secondment to the authorities and the publication of numerous books."
"The team are not only supportive and empathetic towards startups but also stay consistently updated on the latest industry trends."
"We receive practical answers, based on the facts and individual circumstances, and always promptly. Even for urgent cases, they provide answers that maintain quality and accuracy within the deadline."
"Mori Hamada & Matsumoto's ability to deliver legal services based on solid knowledge and experience is backed by secondment to the authorities and the publication of numerous books."
"The team are not only supportive and empathetic towards startups but also stay consistently updated on the latest industry trends."
"We receive practical answers, based on the facts and individual circumstances, and always promptly. Even for urgent cases, they provide answers that maintain quality and accuracy within the deadline."
Notable Practitioners
Masakazu Masujima is a highly regarded practitioner in the area of insurtech and is widely known in the market for his knowledge and experience in financial regulations and insurance-related technology mandates.
"I respect how Masakazu Masujima is always passionate about innovating in the financial services industry, how he respects the young generation and startups, and his constant high-quality service."
"He has a wealth of industry and government experience and always provides valuable solutions."
"In addition to advice on laws and regulations, we are always grateful for the specific advice based on the best practices of other companies and trends and perspectives in financial administration."
Kazuo Yoshida regularly represents insurance companies in insurance law and regulatory mandates, drawing upon his prior experience seconded to the Insurance Business Division of the Supervisory Bureau of the Financial Services Agency.
"Kazuo Yoshida always exceeds expectations and is a very reliable partner. Needless to say, he has a deep understanding of our business and provides very client-oriented support."
"In addition to understanding the trends and supervisory guidelines of the industry in which our company operates, he has been able to respond appropriately and flexibly based on past experience."
"His understanding of business, sense of balance and quick response are all impeccable."