Bird & Bird has expanded its presence in Tokyo by establishing a foreign law joint enterprise, enhancing our ability to further empower Japanese business to grow in a world of increasingly dynamic and rapid technology change.

As Japanese companies drive the digitalisation and decarbonisation of their businesses by harnessing technology, green energy, data and AI, they are increasingly looking to Bird & Bird to help them fulfil their ambitions.

We are a go-to firm in automotive, energy, life sciences & healthcare, media & sport and technology and communications for many multinational companies operating in Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. Our knowledge in these sectors means that you can trust us to support you in your daily operations, major projects and the protection of your IP.

Bird & Bird was established in 1846 and has been at the forefront of innovation and technology ever since. The firm has had a long association with Japan having advised Japanese companies for several decades.

Our entire Tokyo team is bilingual (Japanese and English) and our lawyers are Japanese and/or overseas qualified, including in English law. We will be based at Takanawa Gateway from 2026, reflecting our commitment to a future centred around technology, sustainability and global connections.

We have native Japanese speakers in China and London and non-native speakers elsewhere in Europe and the Middle East all of whom work closely to support our Japanese clients globally.

Bird & Birds' affiliated consulting company, OXYGY, also has an office in Tokyo enabling us to provide combined business & legal solutions for our clients internationally.

We'll work closely with you and make things easier for you. We'll look to deliver new innovative solutions and services. And we'll take on your problems as if they were our own. But more than that, we'll work as one seamless international team across our business and yours. Giving you access to a whole world of expertise.

Bird & Bird practices in Japan through Bird & Bird Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Houritsu Jimusho, an affiliated business of Bird & Bird LLP. The partners and associates based in Japan of Bird & Bird Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Houritsu Jimusho comprise Japanese lawyers (Bengoshi), registered foreign lawyers (Gaikokuho Jimu Bengoshi) and unregistered foreign lawyers. Bengoshi and registered foreign lawyers are registered with and regulated by the Japan Federation of Bar Associations and their relevant local bar associations. Unregistered foreign lawyers are not permitted to provide legal advice to clients.

Tokyo office

Global Japan Group

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