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Beauty Salon — Trademark Registration Guide for Japan

Trademark guide for beauty salons, hair salons, nail salons, and esthetic services in Japan. Essential classes for protecting your salon brand.

Essential Classes

1 class

Recommended Classes

2 classes

Min. Filing Cost

¥12,000~

Gov. fees only / 1 class

Essential Classes

These classes are the minimum requirement for Beauty Salon businesses in Japan.

Recommended Classes

Consider these classes as your business grows and expands.

Optional Classes

Consider these for future business expansion.

Trademark Filing Tips for Beauty Salon

  • Class 44 covers beauty treatment services, hairdressing, and esthetic services.
  • If you sell cosmetics or hair care products under your salon brand, Class 3 is essential.
  • Consider Class 35 if you plan to franchise or expand to multiple locations.

Common Mistakes

  • Not registering Class 3 for branded beauty products sold at the salon.
  • Confusing Class 44 (beauty services) with Class 41 (education/training) for beauty school services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same trademark for my salon and product line?

Yes, but you need to register in both Class 44 (salon services) and Class 3 (cosmetics/beauty products) to fully protect your brand across both uses.

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