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Food Manufacturing — Trademark Registration Guide for Japan

Trademark guide for food manufacturers, packaged food producers, and beverage companies in Japan. Essential classes for protecting food product brands.

Essential Classes

2 classes

Recommended Classes

2 classes

Min. Filing Cost

¥20,600~

Gov. fees only / 2 classes

Essential Classes

These classes are the minimum requirement for Food Manufacturing businesses in Japan.

29Class 29 — Processed Foods (Meat, Dairy)
Essential

Meat, Fish, Dairy products, Eggs

30Class 30 — Processed Foods (Grains, Confectionery)
Essential

Coffee, Tea, Rice, Bread

Recommended Classes

Consider these classes as your business grows and expands.

32Class 32 — Beverages (Non-Alcoholic)
Recommended

Beer, Mineral water, Soft drinks, Fruit juice

33Class 33 — Alcoholic Beverages
Recommended

Wine, Spirits, Sake, Whisky

Optional Classes

Consider these for future business expansion.

43Class 43 — Food & Accommodation Services
Optional

Restaurants, Cafes, Hotels, Hostels

35Class 35 — Advertising & Business Management
Optional

Advertising, Business management consulting, Retail services, Wholesale services

Trademark Filing Tips for Food Manufacturing

  • Class 29 covers processed foods (meat, dairy, frozen foods). Class 30 covers staple foods (bread, rice, noodles, seasonings).
  • If you produce beverages, Class 32 (non-alcoholic) and Class 33 (alcoholic) are essential.
  • Consider Class 43 if you operate factory shops or direct-to-consumer dining.

Common Mistakes

  • Not distinguishing between Class 29 (processed foods) and Class 30 (staple foods/seasonings) and missing one.
  • Forgetting Class 35 for wholesale and distribution services of your food products.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need separate trademarks for each product line?

Not necessarily. One trademark can cover multiple products within the same class. However, if you have distinct brand names for different product lines, each should be registered separately.

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