English-speaking lawyer
in Gunma
Understand your contracts. Move your business forward.
Running a business in Japan can mean signing contracts in a language you are not fully comfortable with. Tamura Law Office helps you understand your obligations, identify risks and propose practical changes—in English.
Based in Maebashi, we support business owners, freelancers and companies across Gunma and throughout Japan through online consultations.
Your initial consultation is free.
Services
Japanese contracts, explained in English
Before you sign, understand what you are agreeing to. We review Japanese and English business contracts, explain the key terms in English and suggest revisions suited to your business.
Our support covers service agreements, NDAs, employment agreements, freelance teaching agreements, supply and distribution agreements, and other commercial contracts.
Terms of Service
Terms of service tailored to the launch and development of your online business.
Legal support for your business
Whether you run a language school, provide freelance services, sell products online or trade internationally, we can help you put clear terms in place with customers and business partners.
We also draft and review website terms of service and provide ongoing advice on day-to-day business legal matters.
Training & Seminars
Training on contracts, compliance and AI use, tailored to your organisation.
Meet Your Lawyer
Ryo Tamura is an attorney admitted in Japan and New York and a member of the Gunma Bar Association.
His experience in corporate legal departments and private practice informs his approach to contracts and business advice. He holds LL.M. degrees from UCLA and UC Irvine.
You can discuss your matter directly with Ryo in English or Japanese.
Clear scope. Fees explained in advance.
Your initial consultation is free. For subsequent work, our hourly rate is JPY 22,000, including Japanese consumption tax.
We explain the proposed scope of work and estimated fees before we begin. Both one-off matters and ongoing legal support are available.
How to get started
Send a brief description of your business, the issue you would like help with and any relevant deadline. There is no need to send contracts or detailed confidential information with your initial enquiry.
We will review your enquiry and contact you about the next steps.
Insights
Practical guidance on contracts, from key terms to our review approach.
CONTRACT REVIEW
Five Priorities in Contract Review
CONTRACT REVIEW
Our Approach to Contract Review
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS
The Scope of Confidential Information
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS
NDA Parties and Affiliates
DATES & DRAFTING
“As of” and “Dated”
DATES & DRAFTING
Writing Clearer Contract Sentences
DATES & DRAFTING
Using “Shall” for Obligations
DATES & DRAFTING
Understanding “Deemed” Provisions
BOILERPLATE
Entire Agreement Clauses
BOILERPLATE