Restaurant & Food Service — Trademark Registration Guide for Japan
Trademark guide for restaurants, cafes, bars, and food service businesses operating in Japan. Covers essential Nice classes for dining establishments and food-related services.
Essential Classes
1 class
Recommended Classes
4 classes
Min. Filing Cost
¥12,000~
Gov. fees only / 1 class
Essential Classes
These classes are the minimum requirement for Restaurant & Food Service businesses in Japan.
Recommended Classes
Consider these classes as your business grows and expands.
Coffee, Tea, Rice, Bread
Meat, Fish, Dairy products, Eggs
Beer, Mineral water, Soft drinks, Fruit juice
Wine, Spirits, Sake, Whisky
Optional Classes
Consider these for future business expansion.
Trademark Filing Tips for Restaurant & Food Service
- Class 43 covers restaurant services, cafes, and bars. This is the minimum requirement for any food service business.
- If you sell packaged food or beverages under your brand, register the relevant goods classes (29, 30, 32, 33) as well.
- Consider Class 35 if you plan to franchise your restaurant concept.
Common Mistakes
- Registering only food product classes (29/30) without Class 43 for restaurant services.
- Forgetting to cover beverages (Class 32/33) when the restaurant also serves drinks under its own brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a trademark if I only have one restaurant location?
Yes. Even a single-location restaurant benefits from trademark protection. It prevents others from opening a similarly named restaurant and protects your brand as you grow.
What is the difference between Class 29 and Class 30?
Class 29 covers processed foods like meat, fish, dairy, and preserved fruits/vegetables. Class 30 covers staple foods like rice, bread, noodles, as well as seasonings, tea, and coffee.
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