Japan is a first-to-file country, which means that in order to obtain trademark rights, a trademark must first be registered. As soon as you register your trademark, it becomes eligible for protection under Japanese trademark laws. A trademark is not considered your property unless it is officially registered in Japan. If you intend to do business in Japan, you should apply for a Japanese trademark as soon as possible. We can assist you with Japanese trademark registration. We have a designated Japanese attorney to handle all of your legal needs in Japan, from trademark clearance to trademark registration.