SAKURA Law Office (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Managing Partner: Kenshiro Michishita; hereinafter “the Firm”) announces the launch of a dedicated consultation desk and special website for individuals who have received an “Inquiry of Opinion Regarding the Disclosure of Sender Information” or a notice of damages claims triggered by the use of Torrents (P2P file-sharing software such as BitTorrent).
Consultations are available via LINE, email, and phone, with the initial consultation offered completely free of charge. The entire process can be completed online from anywhere in the country, with strict confidentiality measures in place to ensure that family members and employers remain unaware.
Special Website：https://sakura-lawyers.jp/torrent/
The Rise in Legal Troubles Triggered by Torrent Usage
Torrents use a P2P (Peer-to-Peer) system to share data. In this system, files are often automatically uploaded (transmitted) at the same time they are downloaded. As a result, even if a user believes they “only downloaded” a file, they may be deemed to have uploaded copyrighted material without permission, leading to frequent accusations of copyright infringement.
In recent years, we have seen a growing number of consultations from individuals who, after downloading copyrighted materials such as adult videos, movies, or anime via Torrents, receive an “Inquiry of Opinion Regarding the Disclosure of Sender Information” from their internet service provider (ISP). In some cases, after the information is disclosed, individuals receive notices from copyright holders demanding exorbitant damages.
Receiving these documents does not mean liability has been finalized. However, ignoring them may lead to the disclosure of your name and address, potentially putting you at a disadvantage in subsequent negotiations. Meanwhile, many individuals fail to take appropriate initial action due to anxiety—feeling that they “don’t know what to do,” “absolutely don’t want their family to find out,” or that “the claimed amount is too high to pay”—which only causes the situation to deteriorate.
The Firm has launched this consultation service to provide a safe environment where such individuals can seek expert advice early on, without anyone around them finding out.
Three Key Features of This Service
- Zero Consultation Fees
- Strict Confidentiality to Keep It Secret from Family
- Fully Online & Nationwide Support with Direct Negotiation by Lawyers
Your initial consultation is free. We accept inquiries via LINE, email, and phone, and depending on lawyer availability, same-day support is possible. Consultations during evenings, weekends, and public holidays are also available by appointment.
Communication is primarily conducted via LINE and email; phone calls are only made with your prior permission. We can process your case without physical mail and can even omit the law firm’s name on documents and invoices. From consultation to resolution, the entire process is handled in a way that keeps your family and workplace unaware.
There is no need to visit our office. Simply send us the received documents online, and we will initiate the first steps. Lawyers well-versed in IT and internet law will carefully examine the grounds and evidence of the claim before negotiating directly with ISPs and copyright holders. We handle everything comprehensively—from reducing claim amounts and stopping notices to your home, to renegotiating payment terms.
Flow from Consultation to Resolution
- Free Consultation via LINE or Email － The initial consultation is free. Same-day response may be available.
- Signing the Mandate Agreement － This can be completed entirely online.
- Investigation by a Lawyer － A lawyer highly experienced in intellectual property and IT disputes will investigate the situation and determine a strategy.
- Contact & Negotiation with the Copyright Holder － We conduct fact-checking and settlement negotiations. In past cases, some have been resolved without the payment of any settlement money.
Special Website & Inquiries
Special Website URL：https://sakura-lawyers.jp/torrent/
Phone：03-6222-8435
Consultations via LINE and email are also accepted through the special website above.