Anderson, Mori and Tomotsune has long been recognized for delivering exceptional domestic and international tax services to a diverse range of clients. Our expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of tax-related matters, including corporate tax, income tax, inheritance tax, gift tax, consumption tax (VAT), customs duties, energy-related taxes (such as petroleum and coal tax, and light oil delivery tax), as well as local (municipal) taxes. One of our core strengths lies in our ability to provide nuanced advice on the tax implications of complex and innovative transactions, services, and products. We assist clients in mitigating future tax risks through forward-thinking strategies grounded in a deep understanding of judicial and administrative precedents, as well as the latest academic research. As a full-service firm, our tax lawyers collaborate seamlessly with the lawyers in other practice groups to offer comprehensive guidance on diverse tax issues. These range from M&A and corporate reorganizations to financial products, executive and expatriate compensation, stock options, and cutting-edge transactions such as those involving blockchain technology. In the realm of international taxation, our advice on both inbound and outbound transactions spans the full array of issues. From structuring and restructuring strategies to the meticulous review of contractual terms, our tax lawyers are adept at navigating both novel and typical tax challenges, including thin capitalization rules, earnings stripping rules, transfer pricing rules, anti-tax haven (CFC) rules, global minimum taxation, and other pivotal international tax regulations. We routinely advise clients on managing potential tax audits and disputes with tax authorities. We are frequently sought for our expertise in interpreting complex tax treaties, which often prove challenging to apply in practice. We also provide regular counsel on the Japanese tax implications of restructuring overseas businesses, particularly in cases involving multiple investment trusts, partnerships, or other entities established abroad. Our advice is highly valued by external professionals, including international law firms, tax accounting corporations, and tax accountants. In multi-jurisdictional transactions, we often coordinate with foreign professionals to ensure successful outcomes for our clients.

We have an established record of success and substantial expertise in representing clients during tax audits and providing strategic advice in response to tax authority inquiries. Our experience extends across the full spectrum of tax disputes, including corporate tax, income tax, consumption tax (VAT), customs duties, inheritance tax, and gift tax. We can skillfully manage the administrative appeal process preceding litigation, such as requests for reinvestigation and administrative reviews, while always keeping a strategic focus on the potential for tax litigation. Our deep understanding of the intricacies of taxation has consistently enabled us to secure favorable outcomes for clients in a wide array of tax litigation cases, earning our firm high regard both domestically and internationally. We also possess extensive knowledge and experience in tax-related dispute resolution, including professional liability disputes involving tax advisors.