Chihiro Sasaki

Tokyo, JP

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023

About Chihiro Sasaki

Chihiro Sasaki is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Japan^™ since 2023. Chihiro Sasaki is recognized in the following practice areas:

Tokyo, Japan
- Capital Markets Law
- International Business Transactions

Current Firm: Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Location: Tokyo, JP

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