Mizue Kakiuchi

Following the ruling coalition's victory in the February 2026 general election, Prime Minister Takaichi's administration has been significantly strengthened....more As data protection laws across the Asia-Pacific region continue to evolve, businesses operating in the region face increasing complexity in managing compliance and risk. To support our clients in navigating this dynamic...more As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, understanding the evolving regulatory landscape is more critical than ever. Our APAC AI Monitor series offers in-depth analysis of key legal developments across...more On March 3, 2025, the Supreme Court of Japan upheld the original judgment that found patent infringement in respect of the acts performed on a server located outside Japan, virtually affirming the extraterritorial application...more