Kentaro Kinoshita
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025 About Kentaro Kinoshita
Kentaro Kinoshita is a lawyer based in Fukuoka, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2025. Kentaro Kinoshita is recognized in the following practice area:
- Fukuoka, Japan
- Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice
Current Firm: Fukuda & Kinoshita
Location: Fukuoka, JP
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