1. Trademark search: Before submitting an application for trademark registration, it is recommended to conduct a trademark search to determine whether similar or identical trademarks have been registered or applied for registration in Japan. This helps to evaluate the registrability of trademarks and reduce the risk of rejection.
2. Trademark registration application: materials required for preparing trademark registration application, including trademark application, trademark pattern, list of goods/services, etc. Submit the application materials to the Japan Patent and Trademark Office and pay the corresponding application fee.
3. Formal examination: The Patent and Trademark Office conducts formal examination of the application for trademark registration to confirm whether it meets the application requirements. If the application documents are defective or incomplete, you may request to make corrections or supplement relevant materials.
4. Substantive examination: After the application for trademark registration has passed the formal examination, it will enter the substantive examination stage. The Patent and Trademark Office will examine and evaluate the registrability of trademarks and the similarity with existing trademarks.
5. Announcement period: If the trademark application passes the substantive examination, the applicant needs to pay the announcement fee and wait for the announcement period. During the announcement period, if there is any objection to the trademark registration, an objection may be raised.
6. Registration and certification: If the application for trademark registration is accepted after no objection or objection, the Patent and Trademark Office will register the trademark and issue a trademark registration certificate.
Please note that the above is the general process of trademark registration in Japan, and the specific process and time may be different according to the specific situation. It is recommended to consult a professional trademark agency or lawyer for accurate guidance and help before applying for trademark registration.
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