Since debuting in October as Japan's first law office catering to foreign nationals, Tokyo Public Law Office Mita Branch — Foreigners and International Service in Minato Ward has been deluged with appointments.

And lawyer Masako Suzuki believes there are more non-Japanese in dire need of legal help who are endangering themselves by hesitating.

"If you think you have any legal problems, just come visit us," said Suzuki, who added that speed was important to solving problems.