SAKURA Law Office is honored to announce the appointment of Mr. Katsuyuki Kawai, former Minister of Justice who has served at the center of Japan’s national administration for many years, as our Advisor.
Mr. Kawai served seven terms as a member of the House of Representatives. During his distinguished career, he held several key positions, including Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senior Vice-Minister of Justice, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister, and Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs. Particularly in the fields of policy formation and international relations, he was deeply involved in the decision-making processes at the heart of the government and played a vital role in the administration of national policy.
Furthermore, as the 101st Minister of Justice, he oversaw critical issues regarding the criminal justice system, immigration control policy, and the administration of various legal frameworks. He possesses a profound understanding of both institutional design and practical operations. His wealth of experience provides invaluable insights for navigating and effectively resolving the increasingly complex and sophisticated legal challenges of the modern era.
In the realm of diplomacy, Mr. Kawai has built extensive practical experience and an international network through direct dialogue with high-ranking government officials worldwide. Recently, he has continued to play a significant role in the international community, including serving as a National Advisor to the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bhutan.
We are confident that his extensive practical experience and high-level expertise will bring strategic and practical value—extending beyond traditional legal advice—to fields such as corporate law, compliance, crisis management, international transactions, and government relations.
With the appointment of Mr. Katsuyuki Kawai as our Advisor, SAKURA Law Office is committed to further enhancing the quality of our legal services and providing our clients with more substantive and effective counsel.
We sincerely appreciate your continued support.
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