Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance | Asia-Pacific

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.

Katsu Sengoku is head of Nishimura & Asahi's banking and finance team and is well versed in handling asset financing matters, with a particular emphasis on ship and aircraft financing.

Keisuke Imon of Watson Farley & Williams 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 financings and leasings.

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

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

Nobuhiko Harada is an active member of the team advising on JOLCO transactions in the aviation and maritime asset finance space.

Shusuke Fukunaga of Watson Farley & Williams is a rising star who advises on domestic and cross-border financings, with a particular focus on aircraft and ship financing.