Divorce & Custody Professionals

Divorce lawyers specializing in international custody disputes, asset division, and family law for foreign residents.

Ohara & Furukawa

Osaka-based firm with deep expertise in international divorce, child custody, and Hague Convention cases. Bilingual staff (English/Japanese). One of the few firms with published Hague Convention expertise. Founded 1979.

Setagaya International Law Office

English-speaking law firm on US, Canadian, and UK Embassy referral lists. Specializes in international divorce, custody & visitation disputes, and Hague Convention cases.

Verybest Law Offices (Divorce)

Japan's largest law firm (~400 lawyers, 75 offices nationwide). Handles consensual, mediated, and litigated divorce, child custody, property division, and Hague Convention cases. Free 30-minute initial consultation. English and Chinese support.

Masayuki Honda International Law Office

Won a landmark shared physical custody ruling in Tokyo Family Court based on foreign law (upheld by Supreme Court, 2021). Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers. Listed on the US Embassy attorney list.

Tokyo J Law Office

Founded by Eriko Matsuno (松野絵里子) specifically to serve English speakers. Handles international divorce, custody disputes, Hague Convention child return cases, and ADR/mediation. Arbitrator at Tokyo Bar Association for international family disputes.

Tokyo Sanno Law Office

Handles international divorce, child custody & visitation, marital property distribution, and Hague Convention cases. Offers teleconference/video consultations. Located in Roppongi, Ark Hills.