Anderson Mori & Tomotsune's team provides advice to clients in Japan and abroad on a broad spectrum of complex energy-related matters. The practice is headed by Takashi Akahane who is highly regarded for his work with Japanese ministries, municipalities, and multinational companies, particularly in relation to PPP and major social and economic infrastructure projects. Reiji Takahashi has a strong focus on project finance and private finance initiatives, frequently advising governments at both the national and local levels, as well as private corporations and banks, on a range of PFI matters. Kunihiro Yokoi advises sponsors, lenders and contractors on issues spanning power, renewable energy, natural resources, oil and gas, transportation, construction and real estate.

The team at Mori Hamada advises on a diverse range of projects, spanning offshore wind, hydrogen and ammonia, PFI, infrastructure, and those within the photovoltaic sector. The practice is led by Takahiro Kobayashi who has broad expertise across energy-related transactions, including project-financed power plant developments, the sale and purchase of renewable energy assets, alliances and M&A involving energy companies, as well as regulatory and licensing issues within the sector Spearheading the group alongside Kobayashi are Shigeki Okatani who specialises in renewable energy projects, from solar, to onshore and offshore wind, and Yusuke Murakami who advises sponsors, lenders, and EPC contractors on all stages of projects, from development and project finance to construction, M&A and dispute resolution.

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.

Nishimura & Asahi's group advises both domestic and international clients across a wide range of matters, including gas-fired power and IPP projects, as well as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass projects. The team is also active in emerging sectors such as clean hydrogen, clean ammonia, carbon capture and storage, and battery energy storage systems, alongside PFI and concession projects. The practice is led by Tomohiro Sato who has extensive experience in international project finance cases. Maya Ito regularly advises international investors on cross-border renewable energy projects and provides counsel to both borrowers and lenders in regards to the financing of renewable energy developments in Japan. Sadayuki Matsudaira focuses on project development, acquisitions and alliances. Adrian Joyce and Alexander Woody are key contacts for advising sponsors and financiers on the development, acquisition and financing of complex cross-border projects across renewables, oil and gas, and infrastructure. Nathan Schmidt is another notable name at the firm.

Atsumi & Sakai's practice is well-regarded for its expertise in offshore wind power, project finance documentation, PPP projects and international energy matters. The team is led by Kimiharu Masaki who has broad experience advising on all aspects of renewable energy projects, and Tomoko Watanabe who specialises in energy-related regulatory matters and M&A. Miho Niunoya brings expertise in PFI and PPP, and infrastructure and energy sector construction projects, handling everything from tender documentation and consortium agreements to M&A, due diligence, project finance, and dispute resolution. Michiaki Hosoi advises energy companies and funds on domestic and cross-border transactions. Rie Kishida is also a notable name within the team.

City-Yuwa Partners's group offers advice to Japanese companies in the renewable energy sector, supporting business development and the promotion of solar and wind power projects. This includes advising on the development, construction, operation and financing of such facilities. The team is led by Masamichi Sakamoto who has experience representing foreign investors and developers involved in solar power projects in Japan, as well as advising banks on the financing of cross-border solar projects. Yukinori Sasaki also brings strong expertise in the renewable energy sector.

TMI Associates' team, under the leadership of Yoshiyasu Yamaguchi, advises across various financial sectors. Takenobu Imaeda brings expertise in project finance, acquisition finance, real estate finance, securitisation and other structured finance matters. Mizuki Koshimoto has a particular focus on the development and structuring of offshore wind power projects and large-scale battery energy storage projects. Katsutoshi Kimura advises on project finance, renewable energy deals, and ship finance, including JOL and JOLCO structures. Keita Tominaga is also a noteworthy practitioner within the team.

Kaynex Law Offices' group has significant expertise in renewable energy matters, advising both international and domestic investors on the acquisition and development of solar projects. The team is led by Kota Kikuchi who is particularly active in advising financial institutions on the financing aspects of solar energy projects.

Oh-Ebashi LPC & Partners' team advises clients across a range of sectors, including energy and PPP. The practice is led by Tomohiro Murakami who has extensive experience advising on diverse projects, including PFI initiatives, as well as solar and wind power developments.