i::Fronterra.jp — Trademark & Design Boutique Firm

About Us

i::Fronterra.jp, a boutique firm specializing in trademarks and designs, was founded in September 2021 by Tomoko Furukawa, with over 20 years of expertise in the field.

We handle trademark and design prosecution in Japan, as well as licensing, dispute resolution, customs enforcement, and all other IP-related matters. For clients entering the Japanese market, we also offer naming consultation services.

Trust and professionalism are everything. Clients' interests, always first.

Philosophy

Prompt, precise, seamless — and someone you can truly rely on.

Never compromising. This is our promise.

Accuracy and timeliness are the baseline for any professional. We take that as a given.

Above all, we value the trust of our clients — and we will do what it takes to earn it. We focus on understanding our clients' true needs, communicating with absolute clarity, and delivering work that leaves no room for uncertainty.

We aim to go beyond expectations — and to be the firm you turn to — without hesitation.

Services

01

Trademark Prosecution

We handle all trademark-related proceedings on your behalf:

Clearance searches
Filing trademark applications
Trials, appeals and oppositions before the Japan Patent Office
Renewal of trademark registrations

We also assist with trademark infringement litigation and appeals to the IP High Court.

02

Design Prosecution

Japanese design law is unique — distinct from both U.S. and European design law in its underlying principles. The precision required in drawings and the strictness of examinations are unmatched anywhere in the world. Examiners' assessments vary widely.

The outcome of a design application is largely determined by the strategy taken at the filing. We will help you to navigate Japan's unique design system:

Freedom to operate searches
Pre-filing advice
Responses to Office Actions
Appeals

03

Exploitation of IP Rights

A trademark is more than a legal right — it is a business asset. We advise on:

Licensing agreements
Assignment of IP rights
Licensing strategy
IP Valuation

04

Naming Services

Entering the Japanese market often requires more than a direct translation of your brand name. We offer naming consultation services for foreign brands seeking a Japanese market name — one that is distinctive, culturally appropriate, and trademark-registrable from day one.