The tax team at DLA Piper Tokyo Partnership Gaikokuho Kyodojigyo Horitsu Jimusho is headed by of counsel Keitaro Uzawa, who is especially focused on international tax work, transfer pricing issues, and customs duties. The practice is able to advise international clients by virtue of its global network, with clients spanning the software, manufacturing, and insurance industries. Other work includes advising on the tax implications of corporate restructurings, handing due diligence issues relating to the Japanese tax authority, and acting in tax refund claims. Manato Yamamoto is another name to note.