JPO cancelled “UMBROID” due to a likelihood of confusion with an English sporting goods brand “Umbro”
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
Composite mark
Apple failed to block Swatch’s attempt to acquire the trademark for Steve Jobs’ catchphrase ‘one more thing’
The Swiss watchmaker Swatch’s…
SKY ROVER is unlikely to cause confusion with LAND ROVER when used on wallets, school bags, handbags and trunks
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
“F1 HEATER” was cancelled due to a likelihood of confusion with “F1” when used on electric heaters
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
JPO concluded a famous smart phone cover glass brand “Gorilla Glass” is unlikely to cause confusion with “2.5D Gorilla Glass 3” when used on bracelets, personal ornaments, and jewelery
In a trademark opposition between C…
IP High Court ruled trademark “SeaGull-LC” is deemed similar to “SEAGULL”
In a dispute regarding similarity b…
JPO permits registration of trademark “Re+Cell” by denying similarity to a word mark “ReCell”
In a dispute over trademark similar…
Famous sportswear brand “PUMA” unsuccessful in setting aside registration of “KUMA” mark
In a recent Japan trademark opposit…
“WORLD SERIES OF FIGHTING” is less likely to cause confusion with “WORLD SERIES” owned by Major League Baseball Properties, Inc.
The Opposition Board of JPO (Japan …
Famous hotel brand “RITZ” successful in invalidating “RITZ MARCHE”
Invalidation trial The Japan Tradem…