Is there a website where I can register a trademark? How to file a trademark application and some useful websites!

I wonder if there is a dedicated website for registering trademarks?

To register a trademark, you need to file a trademark application with the Japan Patent Office.
There is also an online application method, but since it requires the installation of special software, the online application is more for companies and patent firms that file many trademark applications.

I wonder if there is a website where I can easily register my trademark.

Is there a website where I can register a trademark?

Trademark registration has a difficult image, but is there an easy way to register a trademark online?
Here, we will introduce the general method of trademark registration, a service that allows you to easily apply for a trademark using the Internet, and some useful websites related to trademarks.

Filing a trademark application is “paper submission” or “online submission”

In order to register a trademark, a so-called “application” for trademark registration must be submitted to the JPO. Filing this application is called “filing a trademark application”.

There are two main ways to file your trademark application.

Paper application

Download the application form, write down the required information, and submit it to the JPO by mail or in person at the counter.

You must affix a patent stamp to the application form.

Online Application

By using special online application software, you can prepare an application on your computer and file it online.
No patent stamps are required, but the equivalent amount will be deducted from your registered account.

However, in order to file an online application, it is necessary to install dedicated software for online filing. In order to install this specialized software, in the case of an individual, he/she must prepare in advance a my number card and an IC card reader, and must also apply to the JPO for the installation of the specialized software.

Therefore, the online application is more of a service for companies or patent firms that file multiple applications.

It seems quite difficult to file an online application directly with the JPO. But it seems difficult to make the application form by myself, and it’s also trouble to mail it or get the patent stamps.

Generally, patent firms and patent attorneys handle trademark application services on your behalf.
However, it may be difficult to find the right firm or person from among the many patent firms and patent attorneys. In addition, when requesting a patent firm or patent attorney, it is necessary to hold meetings in advance, either in person or via the web, and to exchange quotations and invoices. Of course, you will need to pay a service fee in addition to the stamp fee.

How about an online trademark application service?

Filing a trademark application by yourself can be difficult. In addition, if you request a patent attorney, you will need to spend time for preliminary meetings, etc., and you will need to pay a service fee to the patent attorney for those meetings.

In addition, a trademark search is necessary to confirm in advance whether the trademark will be registered.
A trademark search is conducted to determine if any similar trademarks have already been applied for or registered.
In order to conduct a detailed search, it is necessary to understand technical matters such as similarity group codes and designated goods and services, and requesting a patent firm or patent attorney will usually incur costs.

Therefore, why not use “Amazing DX,” an online trademark application service?
“Amazing DX” is a service that allows you to complete your trademark application request by simply entering the necessary information online. You can also conduct your trademark search with a simple operation.

Once the application request is completed, our expert patent attorneys will promptly process the application.

There is no need for prior meetings or preparation of documents!

Our service fee is costed in addition to the stamp fee, however, by completing the process online, we have cut unnecessary costs and realized a surprisingly low price.

Please see below for detailed fees.
[Check AmazingDX fees] (in Japanese)

I can request a trademark application online right away and have a professional handle the process for me!

Useful websites for trademark registration

In the first place, it is important to know about basic matters such as when trademark registration is necessary before filing an application.
Please take advantage of the following useful websites for trademark registration.

“AmazingDX” Trademark Guide

This page contains various articles on basic matters such as “What is the trademark registration?”, and how to apply for a trademark on your own.

Japan Patent Office

The Japan Patent Office is a national agency that accepts and examines applications for patents, trademarks, and other areas known as intellectual property.
Information on trademark registration is widely available to the public. However, since the JPO is an agency that examines applications for trademarks, etc., it cannot act as an agent for application procedures.

National Center for Industrial Property Information and Training (commonly known as INPIT)

The homepage of the National Center for Industrial Property Information and Training (commonly known as INPIT), an independent administrative agency, provides basic information and materials on trademark registration and other systems, forms for procedures, frequently asked questions, and other information in an easy-to-understand manner.

In addition, INPIT offers free consultations regarding trademark registration and other procedures with the Japan Patent Office. However, INPIT is not an agency that represents you in the procedures, so you need to do the actual procedures by yourself or ask a patent attorney.