Katsuya Yanagihara
About Katsuya Yanagihara
Katsuya Yanagihara is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2013. Katsuya Yanagihara is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Criminal Defense
Current Firm: Daiichi Legal Professional Corporation
Location: Tokyo, JP
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