Trademark Group
- Keita NAKAGAWA Patent & Trademark Attorney/Group Manager
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CertificatesPatent & Trademark Attorney Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas), designs (industrial equipment, screen designs, etc.), unfair competition law, copyright law, contracts read moreCareer 2001 – 2018 Patent firm (Tokyo)
2018 – Present Minato Mirai Patent FirmEducation Bachelor of Laws, Department of Law, Faculty of Law (Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo, Japan) Hobbies Mountain hiking, visiting art museums, watching J-League matches Message For approximately 17 years, I’ve been engaged in intellectual property work, specifically in trademarks and design rights, as well as licensing and dispute cases, at a major patent office in Tokyo.
Born and raised in Kyoto, I currently commute to my office in Minato Mirai from the Shonan area of Kanagawa Prefecture.
I value each unique encounter with our clients’ trademarks and intellectual properties, embracing the philosophy of ‘once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’. I am committed to providing a sincere and personalized service, tailored to the individual needs of each client.
- Kazunori SHIMODA Patent & Trademark Attorney/Team Manager
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CertificatesPatent & Trademark Attorney,Practical Business BASIC Advanced Level Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas), copyright, unfair competition law, contracts, customs seizures, counterfeit goods prevention read moreAffiliations Japan Patent Attorneys Association Education Master of the Intellectual Property Law course (LL.M.) (Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan) Hobbies Playing the bass guitar, visiting hot springs Message I have extensive experience in representing numerous trademark applications. In recent years, I have also been involved in cases related to border measures at customs for overseas brands. I strive to bring my diverse experience to the table while always approaching matters from the client’s perspective.
As your accessible patent attorney, I am committed to contributing to the protection of your intellectual property.
- Yoriko HIGUCHI Patent & Trademark Attorney
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CertificatesPatent & Trademark Attorney,specific infringement lawsuit counsel Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas), unfair competition law read moreCareer 1989 – 2016 Patent firms (Tokyo and Yokohama)
2016 – Present Minato Mirai Patent FirmEducation Bachelor of Laws, Department of Law (Keio University, Tokyo, Japan)
Master of Laws in Civil Law (Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto, Japan)
Affiliations Individual member of Japan Trademark Association Hobbies Gospel choir singing, tennis Message In my previous role, I was in charge of trademarks for a major automobile company, and as a result, I have experience with trademark applications in approximately 200 countries.
If you’re considering international trademarks, please don’t hesitate to reach out. - Ayaka WATANABE Team Leader
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Certificates2nd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management（administration）,Chinese Proficiency Test Grade 3,CSR Certification Grade 3 Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas), unfair competition law, copyright law read moreHobbies Watching soccer, tennis, bowling Message I work alongside trademark attorneys, handling trademark registration applications. I always strive to offer the best solutions for our clients.
We’re here to assist you in every way possible, so please feel free to reach out to us. Let’s work together to protect your valuable trademarks.
- Yuhei IIKUMA Section Chief
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Certificates2nd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management (administration) Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas), trademark registration for Amazon Brand Registry read moreCareer 2018 – Present Minato Mirai Patent Firm Education Bachelor of Corporate Law, Department of Corporate Law (Toyo University, Tokyo, Japan) Hobbies Watching baseball, visiting hot springs Message I approach every case from our clients’ perspective, tailoring my proposals to fit their budget and current business operations. I also make sure to explain matters related to trademarks clearly and thoroughly. If you’re considering trademark registration for selling products on e-commerce sites, we’re here to assist.
Should you have any concerns or questions about trademarks, please don’t hesitate to consult us. - Takuma MIMURA Patent & Trademark Attorney/Chief
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CertificatesPatent & Trademark Attorney,Goethe-Zertifikat B2(German）,German Diploma in Japan Grade Pre-1 Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas), copyright, customs seizures read moreHobbies Collecting favorite stationery, traveling, gardening, playing with animals (especially cats and dogs) Message Obtaining a trademark right is meaningless if that right cannot be effectively used in practice. Rather than merely applying for the trademark our clients desire, I ensure to fully understand how they plan to utilize the trademark in actual scenarios. With that knowledge, I propose the most suitable trademark application tailored to their needs.
If you have any questions or concerns about trademark registration, please don’t hesitate to consult us. We strive to meet your needs to the fullest extent possible.
- Naho TAI Chief
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Certificates3rd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management (administration) Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas),customs seizures read moreCareer 2014 – Present Minato Mirai Patent Firm Education Bachelor of Law, Department of Law (Chuo University, Tokyo, Japan) Message If you have any questions or concerns about trademark registration, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
We strive to guide you meticulously and precisely, always keeping your perspective in mind. - Miki SHINOHARA Chief
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Certificates2nd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management (administration) Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas) read moreMessage I value communication with our clients and always strive to provide attentive service. Furthermore, I am committed to protecting your invaluable intellectual property and offering precise suggestions from the trademark perspective to ensure you can utilize it effectively.
If you have any uncertainties regarding trademarks, please don’t hesitate to consult with us. - Kohei YAMAGUCHI
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Certificates2nd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management（administration） Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas),designs(domestic), copyright read moreCareer 2021 – Present Minato Mirai Patent Firm Education Bachelor of Law, Department of Law (Hosei University, Tokyo, Japan) Hobbies Watching movies, table tennis, reading, walking Message I am dedicated to offering suggestions from the trademark perspective to transform your intellectual property into valuable assets that enhance your business strategy.
If you have any questions or concerns about trademarks, please feel free to reach out to us anytime. - Yamato TANIGUCHI
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Certificates2nd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management（administration） Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas)） read moreEducation Bachelor of Law, Department of Law (Kwansei Gakuin University, Hyogo, Japan) Hobbies Playing the trumpet, listening to records, film photography Message I prioritize thorough communication with our clients and strive for prompt responses. I am dedicated to providing trademark registration and intellectual property strategies that prioritize our clients’ needs.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. - Yuki SOMETANI
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Certificates2nd grade Certified Specialist of Intellectual Property Management（administration） Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic and overseas) read moreMessage I am committed to offering intellectual property strategies tailored to our clients’ needs, with a focus on trademark perspectives. Additionally, I place a high value on communication with our clients and always strive to approach matters from their standpoint.
If you have any inquiries or concerns related to trademarks, please do not hesitate to contact us. - Aimi KUSUMI Patent & Trademark Attorney
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CertificatesPatent & Trademark Attorney, Areas of
ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic) read moreEducation Bachelor of Business Law, Department of Business Law (Nihon University, Tokyo, Japan) Hobbies Watching videos of my favorite YouTubers, playing smartphone games Message I am committed to continually updating my knowledge on trademarks through daily study. With a priority of always putting our clients first, I strive to provide attentive and thorough assistance. As a specialist in the field of trademarks, I am here to guide you closely through the process. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
- Hayato OKUDA
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ExpertiseTrademarks (domestic) read moreEducation Bachelor of Law, Department of Law (Tokyo Metropolitan University, Tokyo, Japan) Message I place great importance on being attentive and empathetic when consulting with clients. After carefully listening to your concerns, I provide suggestions aligned with your objectives from a trademark perspective.
Please feel free to consult with us at any time.
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