Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu‘s team provides advice on structuring investment schemes and project finance within Japan, as well as on the operation, financing and investment aspects of IPP projects domestically. The team is led by Jiro Mikami who is experienced handling infrastructure and energy transactions, including the development and acquisition of renewable energy and other infrastructure projects. Alongside at the helm is Makoto Saito who focuses on project finance, natural resources and energy, and construction and infrastructure matters. Terukazu Katsuyama is well-versed in project finance transactions involving energy, IPP, as well as PFI and PPP projects, acting for both lenders and project sponsors therein. Kiyoshi Honda has significant expertise in energy-related transactions, with a particular strength in the acquisition and development of renewable energy projects, including mega solar, wind, and biomass. Yoshihisa Watanabe is active in the renewables space, especially in onshore and offshore wind, batteries and hydrogen projects.
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Testimonials
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'The team have unparalleled insight into the Japanese electric power industry’
- 'Outstanding in terms of dedication to clients' needs and response speed.’
‘This firm has lawyers with expertise in a wide range of fields and provides accurate responses regardless of the size or nature of the case.’
‘Kei Okubo and Kiyoshi Honda are both excellent attorneys. They not only stay on top of legal and regulatory changes, but also tailor their work to reflect shifts in our company's environment and circumstances.’
‘Projects often come with tight negotiation deadlines, but they all met the deadlines and offered multiple realistic and acceptable solutions by constantly studying the latest laws, precedents, standards, etc. Their name are Kiyosi Honda, Eiji Miyagi, and Misaki Aono.
‘Speed and quality are good.’
Key clients
- Development Bank of Japan Inc.
- Mizuho Bank, Ltd.
- Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc.
- The Tokyo Electric Generation Company, Incorporated.
- TEPCO Power Grid, Incorporated
- JERA Co., Inc.
- Tokyo Electric Power Company Group
- Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited.
- Japan International Cooperation Agency
- Hokkaido Electric Power Co., Inc.
- ABLE Co., Ltd.
- Renova, Inc.
Lawyers
Leading partners: Bengoshi
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Next Generation Partners: Bengoshi
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jiro Mikami; Makoto Saito
Other key lawyers
Terukazu Katsuyama; Kiyoshi Honda; Yoshihisa Watanabe; Eiji Miyagi; Misaki Aono; Kei Okubo