Competition Law
Competition law is a field with increasingly international dimensions, such as in cartel cases and merger cases, due to successive regulatory revisions and tightening amid changing socio-economic conditions. Our firm leverages advanced expertise, backed by extensive experience and sharp insight, enabling flexible responses to unprecedented challenges.
Furthermore, our team includes attorneys with experience at the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC), such as Takashi Yamamoto, a former JFTC Commissioner, enabling us to provide accurate advice informed by the perspective of regulatory authorities.
Focusing on the Antimonopoly Act, the Fair Trade Act (formerly the Subcontract Act), and the Act Against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations, we present clear and actionable solutions even in complex situations. We support the development of business strategies that account for competition law risks and empower our clients to make sound decisions.
Case Experience
Handling investigations by authorities worldwide against an automotive parts manufacturer
Response to U.S. Department of Justice investigation and interrogation (including antitrust violations and evidence destruction charges)
Handling of competition authority investigation against an insurance company
Handling of competition authority investigation against a drugstore
Japan's first commitment procedure case involving abuse of dominant position
Response to competition authority investigations against infrastructure-related company
Response to competition authority investigation of a specialized trading company
International litigation response regarding exclusive rebates
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In the “Lexology Index: Japan 2026,” Kazuhiro Yanagida and Yusuke Kawashima have been recognized as Recommended in the following practice areas.
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Honors
Takashi Yamamoto’s article entitled “History of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations: Tracing the Background and Evolution of Advertising Regulations, Vol. 6: The Expanding Reach of Administrative Law Enforcement” was published in REPORT JARO, Issue No. 620.
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Publications
Takashi Yamamoto’s article entitled “History of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations: Tracing the Background and Evolution of Advertising Regulations, Vol. 5: Dual Pricing Issues in Color Televisions and the Activities of Consumer Organizations” was published in REPORT JARO, Issue No. 619.
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Takashi Yamamoto’s article entitled “History of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations: Tracing the Background and Evolution of Advertising Regulations, Vol. 4: Initiatives to Ensure Proper Labeling of Food Products, Including Tourist Souvenirs,” was published in REPORT JARO, Issue No. 618.
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