Media / Entertainment


Supporting our clients using our extensive network and our broad knowledge of the industry.
We provide legal advice and support on media and broadcasting-related matters involving issues related to copyright, publicity rights, and privacy rights, among others. We have extensive experience in corporate transactions related to media relations and media content (including both TV and radio broadcasting), Internet content, and publishing.
With respect to the entertainment industry, our attorneys are well versed in the existing business practices. Our approach takes into consideration the complex business relationships unique to the entertainment industry. We also address new issues arising from recent technological innovations, while looking ahead toward future legal developments.
We have also recently been providing counsel on esports and other gaming-related matters, including integrated resorts (casinos). Notably, Tomohiro Takagi is the only Japanese attorney ranked in the Gaming & Gambling category of Chambers Global 2022 and Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022.
Recent Work
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- 2025.5
- The Yomiuri Shimbun - Defendant Liable in Tort for Unauthorized Use of Japanese Chess Match Data, First Ruling of its Kind
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- 2025.4
- ORIX Corporation: Acquisition of Shares in LULUARQ Inc.
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- 2024.10
- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry: Final Report on the FY2023 Project to Improve the Commercial Transaction and Service Environment
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- 2024.10
- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry: Sports DX Promotion Project FY2023
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- 2024.7
- NTT DoCoMo, Inc. - Agreement to Establish “Vie BOARD” a Joint Venture Company
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- 2024.6
- KRAFTON Inc. - Capital Participation in ADK Holdings Inc.
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- 2024.6
- Avex Inc. – Transfer of Shares in THINKR inc.
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- 2024.5
- K2 Pictures Inc. - Establishment of a Film Fund
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- 2024.1
- ORIX Corporation: Agreement on the development of an integrated tourist resort in Osaka
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- 2023.12
- Toho Co., Ltd. - Investment in CJ ENM FIFTH SEASON LLC
Awards & Rankings
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Nishimura & Asahi Shortlisted in More Categories Than any Other Japanese Law Firm at The Asia Legal Awards 2025
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Walalangi & Partners (in association with Nishimura & Asahi) Receives Outstanding Awards at Hukumonline Awards 2025
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Nishimura & Asahi Named Top Japanese Law Firm for Global Reach in Chambers Global 2025 Rankings
Seminars
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Sports Ecosystem Conference 2024
Tokyo
External Seminars
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International Cooperation and Challenges Facing Japan in Preventing Sports Manipulation and Corruption, and Protecting Athletes: Considering the Macolin Convention
Tokyo
External Seminars
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N&A Legal Forum
Japan's Direction in Addressing Illegal Sports Gambling and the ¥5 Trillion Free Ride Market
Tokyo
Nishimura & Asahi Seminars
Publications
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Latest Trends and Legal Issues in Sports Business: Session 8 - Investment in sports teams ・ Latest Trends in M&A
Articles
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Latest Trends and Legal Issues in Sports Business: Session 7 - Latest Trends in Sponsorship
Articles
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Problematic Transactions Under the Subcontract Act and Measures to Address the Amendments Thereof
Articles