Special Coronavirus Measures
We are currently taking the following measures in response to the coronavirus outbreak: 【Wearing of masks】 Attorneys and other em...
COVID-19 (Coronavirus): Obligations and Other Considerations for Employers in Japan
The recent outbreak of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) raises challenging issues for employers in Japan. Now is the time for employers to re...
Force majeure under Japanese law
In light of recent global events, parties' ability to perform obligations under commercial contracts is being stretched or, in certain ca...
Update: Regulatory Developments Affecting Digital Markets in Japan
A direction of a bill that would require greater transparency in transactions involving operators of digital platforms was disclosed duri...
Economic Fluctuations and Reduction of Rent in connection with COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019)
This client alert explains the relevant provisions under the Act on Land and Building Leases and judicial precedents with respect to rent...
Civil Code amendments affecting real estate transactions – Volume Four
In this alert, we highlight some of the key amendments to the Civil Code that will impact construction and other service agreements.