Compliance Crucial for Financial Institutions in Japan Amid Regulatory Overhaul
The financial sector in Japan is undergoing a significant regulatory overhaul, making compliance more critical than ever for parties operating in this highly regulated market. To remain competitive and avoid penalties, it is essential for financial institutions to stay ahead of the curve and adapt quickly to changes in legislation.
Expert Advice from PwC Legal Japan
PwC Legal Japan, a leading law firm based in Tokyo, offers expert advice and guidance on navigating Japan’s complex financial regulatory landscape. With extensive knowledge of financial laws and regulations, including:
- Banking Act
- Financial Instruments and Exchange Act
- Payment Services Act
- And more
Our team provides a range of services to banks, insurers, investment banks, asset managers, fund managers, and other related parties.
Services Offered
Our team of experienced attorneys offers advice on:
- Supervisory principles, guidelines, and laws and regulations
- Compliance and legal opinions and memoranda
- Technological, tax, and accounting expertise for fintech businesses, including:
- Security token offerings
- Non-fungible tokens
- Blockchain-based products and services
We also support financial transactions, including:
- Banking
- Real estate finance
- Asset finance
- Derivatives transactions
- Capital markets
- And more
Our services range from structural consideration to drafting and negotiation of contracts, legal opinions or memoranda, closing support, and post-closing matters for various financial transactions.
Collaborative Support
PwC Legal Japan has collaborated with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Financial Services Agency to create an English-language guidebook that introduces the attractiveness of Tokyo as a financial market and provides easy-to-understand explanations of Japanese financial laws and regulations and business registration procedures.
Our team has also provided collaborative support for:
- Introducing new investment guidelines
- Advising on financial regulations pertaining to overseas organisational restructuring
- Offering expert advice on complex transactions requiring tax and accounting treatment
Expertise in Japan’s Financial Regulatory Landscape
With our extensive network of financial services professionals and expertise in Japan’s financial regulatory landscape, PwC Legal Japan is well-equipped to help clients navigate the complexities of compliance in Japan.