This article is designed to help you prepare an application for trademark registration. It provides links to templates and basic information about the process, and briefly explains how to fill out the form and the preliminary search. It is an easy-to-follow guide to help you get started smoothly with your trademark registration.

We will explain what a trial for cancellation of trademark non-use is, the system and how to respond to it in an easy-to-understand manner. Learn important knowledge to protect your trademark rights.

The procedures of the JPO of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) have been reviewed regarding seals. Except for some procedures, seals are no longer required. In this article, we will review the revised procedures regarding seals.

For Amazon sellers or who considering listing their products on Amazon, this section explains the requirements for Amazon brand registry and the most important requirement, 'trademark registration' and its benefits.

Trademarks are one of the industrial property rights and industrial property rights are one of the intellectual property rights. This section provides a general overview of the laws related to intellectual property.

Trademark registration is required for Amazon Brand Registry for those who sell on Amazon or are planning to sell on Amazon. This article explains the trademark registration required for enrollment in the Brand Registry and the benefits gained by a registered trademark on Amazon.

Take measures to prevent "hijacking" at home and abroad.

Infringement of another company's trademark rights is to be avoided. This section explains how to calculate damages resulting from trademark infringement.

Is it possible to register a trademark that is partially identical to another's trademark in Japan? Or can a claim of infringement be made against a another's trademark that is partially identical to my own trademark in Japan? This article explains the similarity and dissimilarity of combined trademarks with examples.

Amazon brand registry provides a great benefit for Amazon sellers. If you want to apply for Amazon brand registry but don't know how to do it, this article provides an easy-to-understanding explanation on how to apply, what you need to include in your application, and trademark registration required for the application.

Amazon has its own brand registration system to protect sellers' brands. This section provides an overview of the system, its benefits, and one of the requirements for the enrollment, trademark registration.

What is the difference between a "service mark" and a "trademark?" We'll explain why they are called different things, including what you should be aware of!

In order to have your trademark application registered, you need to respond to a notice from the JPO called a decision of trademark registration. In this section, we will explain what an "decision of trademark registration" is, and then look at how to respond to the decision of trademark registration.

This section explains how to browse the documents and other information on your application.

This page provides an overview of applications for trademark registration with priority claims and the procedures to be taken with the JPO, both for applications to the Japanese Patent Office and applications to foreign patent offices.

When a joint application is filed and registered, the trademark rights are shared by more than one trademark owner. The following is an explanation of points to be noted when sharing trademark rights.

Trademark rights can be transferred to another person. There are various causes, but an application for registration of transfer must also be filed in the case of inheritance, corporate merger or split, etc.

When you receive Notice of reasons for refusal (Office Action) to a trademark application, a request for extension of response deadline to Office Action can be filed. The article explains the revisions on the request for extension started as of January 1, 2022.

This article explains what a reasons-for-refusal letter is and why it is issued. This article will help you to respond correctly and not give up on your trademark registration.

We sometimes change our logo to keep up with the times or to reflect a renewal of our products. What happens if the trademark you use differs from the one you have already registered?

There are detailed rules regarding paper size and the number of lines per page for trademark application forms in Japan. In addition, we will also explain whether handwritten applications will be accepted.

A divisional application is an application for trademark registration in which a part of the designated goods or services of the applied-for trademark is divided. This article explains when to file a divisional application and some important points to keep in mind.

In order to use someone's registered trademark, such as when you want to sell a product using a registered trademark owned by another company, you need to conclude a license agreement and obtain permission to use the trademark. This article explains the types of trademark licensing agreements, their contents, and royalty rates.

The terms "trademark" and "mark" have different meanings. A "trademark" is a "mark" used for goods or services. Let's review the meanings of each of these terms.

There are several services that allow you to search foreign trademark registrations. This article explains how to use one of the recommended databases for those who want to check the trademark registrations for free.

Trademark registration is intended to protect the mark or name that you put on your products or services. Design registration is for the protection of original designs. This article explains the features of each right and the advantages of using both rights together.

This article explains how to solve the problem of trademark registration by a third party with bad faith.

This page explains the information and precautions necessary to register a trademark in the United States (U.S.). Are there any differences between the U.S. and Japanese systems?

Accelerated Examination is a system for those who aim to register a trademark as soon as possible. It is a good system that shortens the examination period for applied-for trademarks, but are there any particular disadvantages?

If I want to expand the scope of use of my trademark, can I add more classes or designated goods/services to my trademark? In this article, we will explain whether or not it is possible to add a trademark "after the application has been filed".

How to register a trademark? This article provides a clear explanation of the process from filing an application to registration of a trademark, as well as how to obtain trademark rights by yourself, the costs involved, and points to keep in mind.

This article explains the fast-track examination system, which speeds up the examination of trademarks. It also explains how to apply for fast track, what to look out for, and how to speed up the registration process.

This article explains whether foreigners can apply for Japanese patents and trademark registrations. It also includes information on how to file an application with the Japan Patent Office and where to go for advice.

As many as 26,000 trademark applications are filed in China each day. This includes preemptive trademark applications for Japanese place names, brands, etc., creating obstacles for Japanese companies in their business activities in China. Trademark registration is essential for successful business in China. This article explains the necessity of registering a trademark in China and the precautions to take when filing an application.

This article explains third party’s observation system for trademarks, in which you submit information that will work against the examination of an another party’s trademark application by the Japan Patent Office when you want to prevent the trademark application from being registered. Advantages and disadvantages of the system are explained in detail.

In order to maintain a registered trademark, renewal procedures must be filed with the JPO every 10 years. Although renewal is every 10 years, the registration fee can be paid in installments of 5 years each. The advantages and disadvantages of paying in installments are explained.

Are there any disadvantages to applying for and registering a trademark in Japan? This article explains the advantages and disadvantages of registering a trademark in Japan and provides some countermeasures to the disadvantages.

This article explains the concept of trademark registration when the prospects for use of the trademark are uncertain, and how to obtain trademark rights in order to avoid cancellation after registration, as well as the system of non-use cancellation trials.

A registered trademark can be renewed even after its duration has expired. The reasons for this are explained below.

Wouldn't it be convenient if you could enter the Ⓡ (R) symbol or other symbols in your registered trademark on your smartphone! Here we will show you how to input symbols from your smartphone.

This article explains in detail how the regional collective trademark system differs from a regular trademark application. The article will also provide an overview of the system and introduce actual trademarks that have been registered.

The trademark opposition system gives third parties opportunities to seek cancellation of a trademark registration from a broad public interest perspective. The following is a specific explanation of what it entails, including the timing requirements to be aware of.

To register a trademark, it may be necessary to obtain permission (consent) from a specific person or company to use the registered trademark or to obtain permission (license agreement) to use the trademark from another party. This article provides a detailed explanation of trademark use and permission/permission.

This section explains the patent (registration) fee for renewing a registered trademark. Please note that this fee is different from the fee paid at the time of registration.

Registered trademarks remain in force for a period of 10 years, but can be used semi-permanently through renewal. This section explains the renewal process.