The Japan IP High Court Finds “EQ” Entitled to Trademark Registration Belonging to Mercedes Benz
On July 3, 2019, the Japan IP High …
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Trademark registration for Kikkoman’s Soy sauce 3D Bottle
In October 11, 2016, Kikkoman Corpo…
JPO admits “TE’ CON MIEL” is distinctive in relation to tea
In a recent trademark opposition, t…
How can a combination of descriptive words become a source indicator?
In a recent decision, the Appeal Bo…
JPO decided trademark “WHITNEY HOUSTON” is descriptive when used on music recordings
In a recent appeal decision, the Ja…
Famous hotel brand “RITZ” successful in invalidating “RITZ MARCHE”
Invalidation trial The Japan Tradem…
Can shape of musical instruments play a role of trademark?
In a dispute of registrability to a…
Chemical Equation can function as a trademark?
The Appeal Board of JPO dismissed e…
How to avoid a descriptive mark from being refused by JPO
The trademark law prohibits any mar…