Kentaro Hirayama
About Kentaro Hirayama
Kentaro Hirayama is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2018. Kentaro Hirayama is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Antitrust / Competition Law
Current Firm: Hirayama Law Offices
Location: Tokyo, JP
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