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Nishimura & Asahi Highly Recognized in Lexology Index 2026 (formerly Who’s Who Legal)
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Kazumaro KOBAYASHI
Kazumaro Kobayashi’s practice focuses on all aspects of antitrust law, including merger review in various jurisdictions, government investigations, and general antitrust advice.
Kazumaro’s antitrust practice spans various industries, including automotive, energy, telecommunication, medical/healthcare and finance. Kazumaro regularly represents clients in high-profile matters, including merger and acquisitions that require approval in multiple jurisdictions, and global and domestic cartel investigations.
Representative Work
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- 2021
- Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. - Purchase of manufacturing plant and equipment from ENEOS Corporation
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- 2019
- Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd. - Acquisition of DuluxGroup Limited
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- 2018
- Idemitsu Kosan: Business integration with Showa Shell Sekiyu
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- 2019
- KDDI Corporation - Subscription for shares in Jibun Bank Corporation and planned commencement of tender offer for shares in kabu.com Securities Co., Ltd.
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- 2022
- Hitachi Transport System, Ltd. - Tender offer by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts
Awards & Rankings
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Nishimura & Asahi Receives Top Rankings in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2026
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Nishimura & Asahi Receives Top Rankings in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2025
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Education
- 2014
- Columbia Law School (LL.M.)
- 2004
- The University of Tokyo (LL.B.)
Professional Experience
- Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, Washington D.C.