Mori & Partners

We are pleased to announce the release of our latest insight, “The Legal Landscape of E-commerce Logistics in Japan: Compliance, Risks, and Mitigation Strategies“

We are delighted to announce the release of our latest insight, “Organising Esports Tournaments in Japan: Navigating Legal Challenges and Implementing Practical Solutions – Part 2“.

We are delighted to announce the publication of our latest insight, “Japan’s Digital Legislative Roadmap and Automated Governance: Progress, Challenges, and Prospects“.

This article introduces Japan’s ongoing efforts in digital legislation and governance automation. 

We are pleased to announce the publication of our latest insight, “Third Party Administrators in Japan: Balancing Opportunity and Compliance in Japan’s Insurance Ecosystem“.

This article delves into the legal frameworks that define the permissible scope of TPA activities and ensure regulatory compliance. 

Mori & Partners is pleased to announce that we provided legal counsel to GROWTH VERSE Inc. in its business acquisition from Wed Inc. The Mori & Partners team was led by attorneys Shinichiro (“Shin”) Mori, Shunya Suzuki and Kentaro Sano. For further information, please refer to GROWTH VERSE’s press release.

• AI SaaS for Commercial Facility Sales Management ‘Zero’ Joins the GROWTH VERSE Group – Accelerating the Digital Transformation of Commercial Facilities –

We are pleased to announce the publication of our latest client alert, titled “Enactment of Japan’s Smartphone Software Act: Paving the Way for Fair Competition and Game Publisher Growth.” This analysis delves into the enactment of the Smartphone Software Promotion Act, exploring its objectives, key provisions, and the implications for game publishers operating within Japan’s mobile software ecosystem.

• Enactment of Japan’s Smartphone Software Competition Promotion Act: Paving the Way for Fair Competition and Game Publisher Growth

We are pleased to announce the publication of our latest column, “Understanding Job Offer Revocation in Japan: Legal Framework and Essential Considerations under Japanese Employment Law”.

This article explores the intricate legal landscape surrounding job offers and their potential revocation in Japan. With its focus on the country’s employee-centric labor laws, the column offers practical insights for employers navigating these complex issues.

• Understanding Job Offer Revocation in Japan: Legal Framework and Essential Considerations under Japanese Employment Law

We have published a new column titled, “Unlocking Potential: Amendments to the Public Interest Corporation Act and Their Implications for Public Interest Governance in Japan.” This column provides insights into the upcoming 2025 reform of the Public Interest Corporation system, aimed at organizations engaged in international activities. For more details, please refer to the link below.

• Unlocking Potential: Amendments to the Public Interest Corporation Act and Their Implications for Public Interest Governance in Japan

The Digital Agency of the Japanese Government has released a report on the digitalization of legislative affairs and the organization and utilization of legal data. Attorneys Shinichiro Mori and Kentaro Sano from our firm contributed as experts, conducting research and authoring the international sections of the report. This report discusses the future of advanced technology applications in various countries, including the Code X Project, Rules as Code, and Better Rules. For more details, please refer to the link below:

• Report on digitalization of legislative affairs and the organization and utilization of legal data