Q. How does the JPO judge similarity of goods and services in trademark examination?
A. The similarity is judged based on the similarity group code (SGC) assigned to the goods and services by the JPO. Goods and services...
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- Jun 2, 2022
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Q. How long does it take to examine a trademark application in Japan?
A. It takes five to ten months. However, there is a cost-effective alternative to shorten the examination period. The examination period...
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- May 17, 2022
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Q. How can I obtain a trademark right in Japan?
A. You can obtain a trademark right by registering it with the Japan Patent Office. In the U.S., unregistered trademarks, such as common...
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