Article 4(1)(xvii)

Article 4(1)(vii), Article 4(1)(xvi), Article 4(1)(xvii), Famous mark, Geographical indication, Opposition, Violation of public order 07/12/2025

JPO Finds trademark “yes no champagne” for wines with the protected appellation of origin “Champagne” registrable even if owned by Japanese company.

The Japan Patent Office (JPO) dismi…

Accelerated examination, alphabetical name, Article 4(1)(vii), Article 4(1)(xi), Article 4(1)(xvii), Famous mark, Invalidation, Violation of public order 12/17/2017

JPO decided to invalidate the word mark “Bord’or” in relation to wines

In a decision to the invalidation t…