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Automobiles, Aviation and Ships

We provide one-stop services based on the latest knowledge in the automotive, aviation and maritime areas, where technological innovation is advancing.

Automobiles, automotive parts, and mobility services

　For many years we have represented automobile and automotive parts manufacturers both in Japan and overseas. We have recently been deeply involved in providing legal support for innovations in such areas as autonomous cars and mobility and logistics services.

Aviation and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)

　In addition to handling financial transactions related to air transportation and aircraft manufacturing, we have been active with recent developments in the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) sector.

Ships and maritime affairs

　We handle a variety of matters involving ship financing, legal advice regarding maritime transport, and the restructuring of marine businesses. We have recently been active in supporting the realization of automated ship operations from a legal perspective.

Automobiles, Aviation and Ships：People

Automobiles, Aviation and Ships：News

Dec. 16, 2021Awards: Top Rankings Received from Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022
Sep. 30, 2021Firm News: Mori Hamada & Matsumoto announces alliance with leading shipping law firm, Seno & Partners
Sep. 16, 2021Awards: Top Rankings received from asialaw 2022, the definitive guide to Asia's leading law firms and lawyers
Aug. 25, 2021Awards: Top Rankings Received from IFLR1000’s 31st edition
Aug. 3, 2021Awards: 13 of our lawyers were selected as Japan’s Top 100 Lawyers 2021 in Asia Business Law Journal

Automobiles, Aviation and Ships：Seminars

Feb. 16, 2022External Seminars: ”Automated Driving System and the Law”
Sep. 29, 2020External Seminars: "Japan Drone 2020 Drone Innovation Seminar　“Legal risks and interpretations of drones from skilled pilots and lawyers”"
Aug. 28, 2020External Seminars: "Challenge of MONET Technologies and Legislative Developments Aimed at Carrying forward MaaS"
Mar. 19, 2019External Seminars: "Drone Business and Regulations"

Automobiles, Aviation and Ships：Publications

Magazine Article: "Approach Toward Amendments to the Road Traffic Act Aimed at Realizing New Mobility, Such As Autonomous Driving Level 4 and Electric Kick Scooters"
Magazine Article: "Measures to Secure Mobility in Rural Areas (2) - Private Paid Commercial Passenger Transportation Systems and Last Mile Verification Tests (Autonomous Driving)"
Article: "The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Aviation Law 2022 - Japan chapter"
Article: "The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Aviation Law 2022 - Regulations on Drone Flights in Japan"
Book Article: "Legal Affairs for Platform Businesses [2nd ed.]"